Bihar IPS Praveen Vashistha Takes VRS, Home Dept Approves

• Bihar cadre 1991 batch IPS officer Praveen Vashistha has taken voluntary retirement (VRS).
• The Home Department has issued a notification approving his request for voluntary retirement.
• Vashistha, a DG rank officer, was scheduled to retire on May 31, 2026.
• He was recently appointed as Vigilance Commissioner in the Central Vigilance Commission after serving on central deputation since 2016.
• His career includes roles in Bihar's Economic Offenses Department, CID, and CBI, as well as various positions in the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Why It Matters: IPS Praveen Vashistha, recently appointed Vigilance Commissioner, opted for VRS, approved by Home Department.