Senior IPS Alok Raj Appointed BSSC Chairman Post-Retirement; Known for Encounters, Music

• Senior IPS officer Alok Raj appointed Chairman of Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) immediately after retiring as DGP.
• Known for his dynamic image, disciplined administration, successful encounters, and transparency in policing.
• Received President's Medal thrice, Police Gallantry Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Distinguished Service Medal, Atal Ratna Samman, and DG's Commendation Disc.
• Served as SP in various districts, DGP, and in CRPF; tackled forest/coal mafia and Naxalites.
• A gold medalist in M.Sc. Geology from Patna University and a trained Hindustani classical singer with several albums.

Why It Matters: Alok Raj, a decorated IPS officer and musician, takes charge of BSSC right after retirement.