IPS Shamsher Singh Returns to Gujarat: DGP Race Heats Up

• IPS Shamsher Singh, Gujarat's senior-most officer, prematurely recalled from central deputation as BSF ADG.
• His return fuels speculation for the Gujarat DGP post, currently held by an in-charge officer.
• Highly educated with a PhD from IIT Delhi and management courses from IIMs and Cambridge University.
• Held key positions in Gujarat, including ACB Director, DGP (Law & Order), and Vadodara CP.
• With retirement in March 2026, he is a strong contender for in-charge DGP or a major state responsibility.

Why It Matters: Senior IPS Shamsher Singh's early return to Gujarat sparks speculation for the state's top police post.