Satish Golcha Appointed as New Delhi Police Commissioner
MHA names 1992-batch AGMUT cadre officer amid rising security challenges
IPS officer Satish Golcha takes charge as Delhi Police Commissioner
The Ministry of Home Affairs has appointed IPS officer Satish Golcha as the new Commissioner of Delhi Police. A 1992-batch officer of the AGMUT cadre, Golcha succeeds Shashi Bhushan Kumar Singh after the latter’s brief tenure following Sanjay Arora’s retirement on August 1, 2025.
Why His Appointment Matters
Golcha takes over at a time when the national capital faces complex security challenges. His induction is seen as a move to provide continuity of leadership and strengthen law-and-order mechanisms.
Profile at a Glance
- Born: April 1967
- Cadre: Arunachal Pradesh–Goa–Mizoram & Union Territories (AGMUT)
- Service Start: October 1992
Career Highlights
- Served as Director General of Police, Arunachal Pradesh.
- Held key roles in Delhi Police as Special Commissioner (Law & Order and Intelligence).
- Long-term tenure with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
- Member of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots investigation team.
- Appointed DG (Prisons), Delhi in May 2024, managing Tihar, Mandoli, and Rohini jails.
Challenges in the Prisons Department
Gang Control: Curtailing active gang operations inside prisons.
Contraband Prevention: Banning illegal mobile phone use by inmates.
Violence Management: Handling violent incidents, including the murders of gangster Prince Teotia and Sunil Tajpuria.
Context of the Appointment
Golcha’s elevation comes days after an attack on Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during a public hearing. While officials clarify the decision isn’t directly linked to that incident, it underscores the government’s focus on reinforcing strong leadership in the capital’s police force.