LEH: Senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Mukesh Singh on Friday assumed charge as the Director General of Police (DGP) of Ladakh.
A 1996-batch IPS officer, Singh formally took charge during the afternoon, officials said. His appointment comes at a time when Ladakh continues to focus on strengthening law enforcement, border management, and internal security mechanisms.
The newly appointed DGP brings with him vast and diverse policing experience spanning key assignments in Jammu and Kashmir as well as central armed police forces. Over the years, he has served in several crucial positions, including Additional Director General in the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Additional Director General Jammu, Inspector General ITBP, Inspector General Jammu, Inspector General Crime, Jammu and Kashmir, and Inspector General in the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
Mukesh Singh has also served as Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in various districts of Jammu and Kashmir, where he handled law and order, counter-insurgency operations, and crime management during challenging phases.
Singh’s extensive experience in border security, internal security, and criminal investigation is expected to strengthen the overall functioning of the Ladakh Police, particularly given the region’s strategic importance and unique geographical challenges.
The Ladakh Police fraternity welcomed the new DGP, expressing confidence that his leadership would further enhance professionalism, coordination, and operational efficiency across the force.
