Gujarat-Cadre Officer to Strengthen National Policing Research and Modernization Initiatives
In a notable development within the Ministry of Home Affairs, Manish Singh, a 2013-batch IPS officer from the Gujarat cadre, has been appointed as the Superintendent of Police (SP) in the Bureau of Police Research & Development (BPR&D) — India’s apex institution for research, policy, and innovation in policing and law enforcement.
This appointment fills an existing vacancy at the Bureau, which functions as the country’s principal think tank for modern policing, training reform, and criminal justice innovation.
A Dedicated Officer with Strong Field Credentials
Born on June 25, 1987, Manish Singh hails from Uttar Pradesh and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Before this appointment, he was serving as Commandant, State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) Group-16, Bhachau-Kutch.
Known among peers for his discipline, integrity, and operational leadership, Singh has handled several challenging assignments during his tenure with the Gujarat Police. His experience in field administration and crisis response has earned him a reputation as a dependable and proactive officer.
Role at BPR&D: Driving Innovation in Indian Policing
At BPR&D, Singh is expected to play a crucial role in advancing research-driven policing strategies, enhancing training systems, and supporting modernization projects across the country’s law enforcement framework.
Officials believe his appointment will strengthen the Bureau’s capacity-building and knowledge-sharing initiatives, particularly in the areas of community policing, digital forensics, and technology-led investigation models.
His engineering background and practical experience in policing are seen as valuable assets in shaping data-based, analytical approaches to law enforcement.
Strategic Importance of the Appointment
The posting of officers like Manish Singh reflects the Central Government’s continued effort to place mid-career officers with proven field expertise in institutions driving national policy and reform.
His contribution is expected to complement the government’s broader agenda of modernizing India’s police force, improving training standards, and promoting a research-oriented culture within policing institutions.
Together with other recent appointments across ministries, Singh’s posting underscores the Centre’s commitment to institutional renewal, professional excellence, and evidence-based governance in the internal security sector.
