Meghalaya Opposition Questions Delay in DGP Appointment Proposal
The Voice of the Peoples Party in Meghalaya raises concerns over the delay in appointing the new police chief, demanding clarity from the government.
Shillong, October 15 (Daily Kiran) : The opposition Voice of the People’s Party (VPP) has raised concerns regarding the Meghalaya government’s delay in submitting a proposal to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for the appointment of a new Director General of Police (DGP). This inquiry comes as the VPP seeks clarification on the status of the selection process.
VPP spokesperson A.W. Rani urged the National People’s Party (NPP)-led government to adhere to the established procedures for appointing the state’s police chief. The party claims that the UPSC had informed the state government in September that the proposal for the DGP appointment was still pending. They emphasized the need to comply with the Supreme Court‘s directives regarding the selection of police chiefs.
Rani questioned why the government had not initiated or completed the necessary formalities, despite receiving communication from the UPSC. She highlighted the fundamental issue of why the Meghalaya government has failed to take action, despite repeated contacts from the commission.
The VPP has requested details of the correspondence between the state government and the UPSC, along with information on the steps taken to prepare and submit the proposal. They also called for an explanation regarding the reasons behind the alleged delay.
This situation has become more pressing as the current DGP, Idashisha Nongrang, is nearing the end of her extended term. Nongrang was appointed for a two-year term starting May 20, 2024, which concluded on May 19, 2026. The central government later approved a six-month extension, allowing her to remain in office until November 19, 2026.
As her extended term approaches its end, the VPP has sought clarification on whether necessary steps have been taken to ensure a timely appointment and to avoid uncertainty in the state’s police leadership. The party’s demands have raised questions about the government’s approach to the appointment process.
However, the allegations of delay cited by the VPP and the details of the commission’s communications have not been independently verified.
