New Delhi, August 21: A day after the alleged attack on Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Ministry of Home Affairs on Thursday appointed Senior IPS officer Satish Golcha (AGMUT cadre, 1992 batch) as the new Commissioner of Police, Delhi.
Golcha takes charge from S.B.K. Singh, who was serving as interim police commissioner since August 1 following the retirement of Sanjay Arora. Singh’s brief tenure lasted just 21 days.
Mr. Golcha is currently the Director General of Tihar Jail, a charge he assumed on May 1, 2024.
Who is Satish Golcha?
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Satish Golcha is a 1992-batch IPS officer of the AGMUT cadre.
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He has held several key posts in Delhi Police, including Special Commissioner of Police (Law & Order, Intelligence).
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From February 2022 to June 2023, he served as the Director General of Police (DGP) of Arunachal Pradesh.
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His leadership during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, while serving as Special CP, earned him recognition for his handling of sensitive law-and-order situations.
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Born on April 30, 1967, Golcha is widely respected for his administrative skills and policing experience.
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With this appointment, he becomes the 26th Commissioner of Police, Delhi.
What important role did Golcha play in Delhi Police?
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As Special Commissioner of Police (Law & Order, Delhi), Golcha played a crucial role during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, overseeing ground operations and restoring order in highly tense conditions.
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He also worked extensively in the Intelligence wing, strengthening the surveillance and security network of the capital.
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Golcha is credited with improving coordination between different law enforcement agencies in Delhi to ensure quicker responses during emergencies.
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His experience in handling sensitive law-and-order situations has been one of the defining aspects of his policing career.
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During his time as Joint and Additional CP, he was instrumental in strengthening community policing initiatives and improving trust between citizens and the police force.Author: Rekha Choudhary
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