In a sweeping administrative overhaul, the Gujarat government under Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has transferred 37 IPS officers across the state. The Home Department issued the official notification on March 6, effective immediately to serve public interest.
This major reshuffle introduces fresh leadership in key police ranges and departments. Long-awaited postings have been assigned, and Ahmedabad’s police structure is expanding from 7 to 8 zones to streamline operations in the bustling city.
The spotlight falls on Ashok Kumar Yadav, appointed as the new chief of the State Intelligence Bureau (State IB). His leadership is expected to bolster the state’s intelligence framework amid evolving security challenges.
Several high-profile changes mark this transfer list. Shamsher Singh (1991 batch), previously awaiting posting, now heads Ahmedabad as Director of Civil Defense and Commandant General of Home Guards. Ashok Kumar (2003 batch) moves from Rajkot Range IG to Additional Police Director General, CID Intelligence in Gandhinagar.
Gagandeep Gambhir (2004 batch) takes additional charge as IG of the State Vigilance Cell in Gandhinagar. Gautam M. Parmar (2004 batch) shifts from Bhavnagar Range to IG, CID. Raghavendra Vats (2005 batch) is the new IG of Ahmedabad Range, succeeding from his role as Joint CP (Crime) in Surat.
Nilesh Bhikhbhai Jajadia (2006 batch) relocates from Junagadh Range IG to Joint CP (Sector-2, Crime & Law Order) in Vadodara City. Dr. Leena Patil (2010 batch) steps in as the new IG for Junagadh Range.
Experts view this reorganization as a strategic move to enhance police efficiency and responsiveness. By injecting new energy into critical positions, the government aims to fortify law enforcement across Gujarat’s diverse regions. The changes signal a proactive approach to governance, prioritizing security and administrative agility.