Ranchi (06.11.2025): Amid rift between the Centre and the Jharkhand government, state Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Gupta (IPS: 1990: JH) resigned from his post. This has ended months long tension between the Hemant Soren government and the Union Home Ministry over his extended tenure.

Gupta submitted his resignation to the Chief Minister at his residence. Though no official statement has been issued, but it is understood that the resignation has been accepted and he has been asked to continue until a new DGP is appointed.

The dispute began soon after Gupta’s retirement on April 30, 2025, when the state government granted him a two-year extension, citing administrative continuity. The Union Home Ministry objected, saying the move violated All India Services rules.

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