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Rashmi Shukla Appointed as Maharashtra’s First Woman DGP.

Appointments | Dated: 08 Jan 2026

Senior IPS officer Rashmi Shukla has been appointed as the Director General of Police (DGP) of Maharashtra, becoming the first woman to hold the top police post in the state. She is a 1988-batch IPS officer and was previously serving as the Director General of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB).

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • She succeeds Rajnish Seth, who retired from the post.
  • Shukla has formerly served as the Commissioner of Police in Pune.
  • Her appointment is seen as a major step towards gender inclusivity in high-ranking police leadership.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Appointee: Rashmi Shukla.
  • Role: DGP of Maharashtra.
  • Significance: First Woman DGP of state.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who has been appointed as the first woman Director General of Police (DGP) of Maharashtra?

Correct Answer: Rashmi Shukla

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Maharashtra Police

  • DGP – Rashmi Shukla
  • HQ – Mumbai