Karnataka Extends Police Chief M A Saleem’s Tenure Until August 2027
The Karnataka state government has officially extended the tenure of Dr. M A Saleem, the Director General and Inspector General of Police (DG&IGP), until August 29, 2027. This decision ensures that Dr. Saleem, a 1993-batch Indian Police Service officer, completes a minimum two-year term in office, adhering to the Supreme Court’s 2006 judgment in the Prakash Singh vs Union of India case. Although Dr. Saleem was originally scheduled to retire on June 30, 2026, the extension grants him approximately 14 additional months beyond his superannuation date. He initially assumed charge as the in-charge DG&IGP on May 21, 2025, with his appointment formally confirmed in August 2025. This move aligns with Karnataka’s previous commitments to the Supreme Court regarding stable police leadership, following similar tenures for former chiefs Neelmani N Raju and Praveen Sood. The extension aims to insulate senior police leadership from frequent transfers, thereby ensuring continuity and stability in law enforcement administration within the state.
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Karnataka Extends Police Chief M A Saleem’s Tenure Until August 2027
The Karnataka state government has officially extended the tenure of Dr. M A Saleem, the Director General and Inspector General of Police (DG&IGP), until August 29, 2027. This decision ensures that Dr. Saleem, a 1993-batch Indian Police Service officer, completes a minimum two-year term in office, adhering to the Supreme Court’s 2006 judgment in the Prakash Singh vs Union of India case. Although Dr. Saleem was originally scheduled to retire on June 30, 2026, the extension grants him approximately 14 additional months beyond his superannuation date. He initially assumed charge as the in-charge DG&IGP on May 21, 2025, with his appointment formally confirmed in August 2025. This move aligns with Karnataka’s previous commitments to the Supreme Court regarding stable police leadership, following similar tenures for former chiefs Neelmani N Raju and Praveen Sood. The extension aims to insulate senior police leadership from frequent transfers, thereby ensuring continuity and stability in law enforcement administration within the state.
The Indian Express