Madhya Pradesh Police Transfers 11 IPS Officers in PHQ Reshuffle; Manoj Kumar Rai to Head Recruitment, Simala Prasad Takes Charge of Women Safety
In a major administrative exercise aimed at strengthening internal functioning and enhancing operational efficiency, the Madhya Pradesh Police Headquarters (PHQ) in Bhopal has reassigned responsibilities to 11 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers. The reshuffle, announced through an official order issued by Director General of Police Kailash Makwana on May 5, 2026, has come into immediate effect.
The restructuring spans multiple critical divisions, including crime investigation, training, administration, recruitment, welfare, and women’s safety, reflecting a strategic effort to streamline policing functions and improve coordination across the force.
Focus on Strengthening Core Departments
Senior officers at the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) level have been entrusted with crucial responsibilities:
Awadhesh Goswami (2009 batch) has been posted as DIG (Welfare and Accounts), overseeing personnel welfare and financial management.
Prashant Khare (2009 batch) has been assigned charge of the Crime Investigation Department (CID), a key wing handling complex and sensitive cases.
Manish Agrawal (2009 batch) will now head the Training division, focusing on capacity building and skill enhancement of police personnel.
Women Safety, Complaints, and Recruitment Get Attention
Departments dealing with public interface and internal accountability have also seen significant changes:
Kiran Lata Kerketta (2010 batch), earlier handling women’s safety, has been appointed DIG (Complaints), strengthening grievance redressal mechanisms.
Simala Prasad (2011 batch) has been given charge of Women Safety, underlining continued emphasis on gender-sensitive policing.
Manoj Kumar Rai (2010 batch) will oversee Selection and Recruitment, a vital function for inducting capable personnel into the force.
Administrative and Special Units Reorganised
Several operational and administrative roles have been reassigned:
Riaz Iqbal (2011 batch) has been appointed DIG (Administration), responsible for internal management.
Rahul Kumar Lodha (2011 batch) has been posted to the Special Task Force (STF), dealing with organised crime and high-risk operations.
Shiv Dayal (2012 batch) has been assigned to the Special Armed Force (Arms and Ammunition), ensuring tactical readiness.
Roles Assigned to AIG-Level Officers
Among younger officers, two have been given important assignments at the Assistant Inspector General (AIG) level:
Manish Khatri (2016 batch) has been appointed AIG in the CID.
Ram Sharan Prajapati (2016 batch) has been posted as AIG in Selection and Recruitment.
These postings reflect a balanced approach of integrating both experience and fresh perspectives into the administrative structure.
Strategic Intent Behind the Reshuffle
Officials stated that the reshuffle is part of a broader strategy to improve departmental efficiency by placing officers in roles aligned with their expertise. The reallocation is expected to enhance coordination between various wings and strengthen specialised divisions such as training, welfare, women’s safety, and recruitment.
The move also reflects the Madhya Pradesh Police’s commitment to addressing evolving challenges in law enforcement, including cybercrime, organised crime, public safety, and institutional accountability.
Towards More Effective Policing
The restructuring at the PHQ level underscores a forward-looking approach by the state police leadership. By reorganising key positions and responsibilities, the department aims to ensure better preparedness, faster response mechanisms, and improved service delivery.
With growing complexities in policing, the reshuffle is being seen as a proactive step toward building a more agile, responsive, and efficient law enforcement system in Madhya Pradesh.
