Engineer to DIG: Soomen Barma's Rise, Criminals Tremble at His Name

• Soomen Barma, a 2012 batch IPS officer, has been promoted to DIG from SSP Mirzapur.
• An engineer from NIT Assam, he served in the Indian Engineering Service before joining UPSC.
• Known for decisive action against cattle smugglers, chain snatching, and organized crime in Mirzapur.
• Led 18 encounters in Mirzapur, apprehending over 20 criminals, including 18 involved in cattle smuggling.
• Gained prominence after the Sultanpur jewelry heist and Mangesh Yadav encounter.

Why It Matters: Engineer-turned-IPS Soomen Barma is promoted to DIG, known for his tough stance against criminals.