Rajiv Kumar Bids Farewell: DGP Urges Courage, Unity in West Bengal Police

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News18•29-01-2026, 14:56
Rajiv Kumar Bids Farewell: DGP Urges Courage, Unity in West Bengal Police
- •Acting DGP Rajiv Kumar, an IPS officer of the 1989 batch, received a farewell ahead of his January 31 retirement.
- •He emphasized courage, stating, "There is no police without courage. I am ready to sacrifice my life with pride in the line of duty."
- •Kumar highlighted West Bengal's geopolitical challenges due to borders with Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan, making the force's role critical.
- •He urged officers to prioritize their work over social media criticism and trust their inner conscience.
- •Kumar praised the collective efforts of Home Guards, Civic Volunteers, and senior officers in maintaining law and order.
Why It Matters: Outgoing DGP Rajiv Kumar called for courage, unity, and self-belief within the West Bengal Police force.
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