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The current DGP of Madhya Pradesh, Sudhir Saxena is expected to retire on November 30.
He was appointed IPS in 1988.
The UPSC selection committee convened on Thursday in Delhi to discuss the appointment of a new Director General of Police (DGP) for Madhya Pradesh. Among the top contenders is IPS officer Kailash Makwana, who is widely regarded as the leading candidate.
The current DGP, Sudhir Saxena, is set to retire on November 30, prompting the search for his successor. Kailash Makwana, DG Home Guard Arvind Kumar, and EOW DG Ajay Sharma are the three shortlisted candidates for the role.
Makwana’s qualifications and extensive experience make him a strong candidate. Appointed as an IPS officer on August 30, 1988, he holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree and an MTech from the prestigious IIT. Known for his sharp acumen, he has served in various high-profile positions throughout his career.
In 2022, Makwana was appointed as the Director General of the Special Police Establishment Lokayukta. During his tenure, he made headlines for filing corruption cases against an IAS and an IFS officer. Following the commencement of the Mahakal Lok Corridor, he was transferred to serve as the chairman of the MP Police Housing Corporation, a role he continues to hold.
Makwana’s career has been marked by frequent transfers, experiencing seven postings in just 3.5 years. During Kamal Nath’s tenure as Chief Minister, he faced three transfers in a single year. Despite these challenges, Makwana remains a strong contender for the DGP role.
Earlier this year, Makwana appealed to the Madhya Pradesh government to rectify his Annual Confidential Report (ACR), which he claimed was negatively impacted during his time as DG in the Lokayukta organization. Reports suggest that Chief Minister Mohan Yadav awarded him a perfect score of 10 in his ACR, boosting his candidacy for the DGP position.
The final decision on the appointment is expected soon, with Makwana emerging as the frontrunner.
