Deepam Seth Appointed as Uttarakhand’s New DGP

Dehradun: Uttarakhand has a new Director General of Police (DGP). Senior IPS officer Deepam Seth of the 1995 batch has been appointed as the state’s 13th DGP. The state’s Home Department issued an official notification for his appointment. Seth replaces the acting DGP Abhinav Kumar and brings with him a wealth of experience in policing and administration.

Prior to this role, Deepam Seth was on central deputation, serving as Inspector General (IG) in the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and Additional Director General (ADG) in the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). The Uttarakhand government, citing the need for his expertise, had requested the central government to relieve him early, which was promptly approved.

Extensive Experience in Policing

Deepam Seth has a distinguished career with significant contributions in both Uttar Pradesh (before the state was bifurcated) and Uttarakhand.

• Key Roles in Uttar Pradesh:
  Seth served as Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) in Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddha Nagar, and later as Superintendent of Police (SP City) in Agra.
• Prominent Positions in Uttarakhand:
  Post the formation of Uttarakhand, he held important positions including Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Nainital, Inspector General (IG) of Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC), and IG of Law and Order.

Central Deputation and Leadership Roles

In 2019, Seth was sent on central deputation, where he served in critical capacities with ITBP and SSB, overseeing key operations and administrative tasks. His vast experience at the national level is expected to contribute significantly to the state’s policing strategies.

New Responsibilities as DGP

As DGP, Deepam Seth’s primary focus will be on strengthening law and order in the state and enhancing public trust in the police force. His leadership is expected to bring innovative approaches to policing and bolster the overall efficiency of the force.

Highlights of Deepam Seth’s Career

• 1995 batch IPS officer.
• Senior-most IPS officer in the Uttarakhand cadre.
• Extensive experience in law enforcement across UP and Uttarakhand.
• Six years of service in ITBP and SSB on central deputation.

Seth’s appointment is seen as a significant step towards enhancing Uttarakhand’s policing capabilities. His leadership is anticipated to usher in a new era of efficiency and accountability in the state’s police force.