BSF, ITBP and NIA get new chiefs
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Why in news
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved the appointments of new chiefs for the ITBP, BSF, and NIA to lead these security agencies.
Background
Shatrujeet Singh Kapoor (former Haryana DGP) was appointed as the chief of ITBP until October 31, 2026. Praveen Kumar (current DG, ITBP) was appointed as Director General of BSF until September 30, 2030. Rakesh Aggarwal (Special DG, NIA) was appointed as Director General of NIA until July 31, 2028.
Facts for Prelims
- PostShatrujeet Singh Kapoor: Appointed as chief of Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
- PostPraveen Kumar: Appointed as Director General of Border Security Force (BSF)
- BodyAppointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC): Body responsible for approving the appointments of senior IPS officers to head security forces
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of specialized security forces like ITBP and NIA in maintaining internal security and managing border integrity in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Operational synergy: Coordination between border guarding forces and internal intelligence agencies for counter-terrorism
- Institutional oversight: Role of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet in ensuring meritocratic leadership in paramilitary and investigative bodies
Keywords: Internal Security · Paramilitary Forces · National Investigation Agency · Border Management · Appointments Committee of the Cabinet
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