Extension of Tenure has been granted to senior NIA Officer, Ms KB Vandana.
Ms. K.B. Vandana’s Deputation Extended as IG, NIA
- Current Position: Inspector General, National Investigation Agency (NIA)
- Extension Period: 1 year (beyond April 13, 2025)
- IPS Profile: 2004-batch Rajasthan cadre officer
Key Implications:
✔ Ensures continuity in NIA’s leadership during critical investigations
✔ Retains institutional expertise in counter-terrorism operations
✔ Reflects government’s confidence in her performance
The extension, approved by the Ministry of Home Affairs, maintains stability in India’s premier counter-terror agency as it handles high-profile cases.
Background
Ms. Vandana has been instrumental in strengthening NIA’s operational capabilities during her tenure. The extension comes at a time when the agency is handling several sensitive terrorism-related cases across multiple states.
