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IPS Amit Pathak
New Delhi: In a significant bureaucratic development, the Central Government has approved the appointment of senior IPS officer Amit Pathak of the 2007 Uttar Pradesh cadre as Inspector General (IG) in the National Security Guard. The appointment has been cleared by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), which issued a formal order on June 1, 2026.
According to the order, Amit Pathak has been appointed against a vacant IG-level post in the NSG under the Central Deputation scheme. His tenure will be governed by the standard terms and conditions applicable to officers serving on deputation with the Central Government.
MHA Directs Uttar Pradesh Government to Relieve Officer Promptly
In a communication addressed to the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh, the Ministry of Home Affairs has requested that Pathak be relieved of his current responsibilities at the earliest to enable him to take charge of his new assignment without delay.
Copies of the appointment order have also been forwarded to the Director General of Police (DGP), Uttar Pradesh, and the Director General of the NSG for necessary action.
Major Recognition for an Experienced Officer
The NSG, widely regarded as India's elite counter-terrorism and special operations force, plays a crucial role in safeguarding national security and responding to high-risk threats. Pathak's elevation to the rank of Inspector General in the force is being seen as a significant recognition of his professional experience and leadership within the police service.
With his appointment, he is expected to shoulder key operational and strategic responsibilities within the NSG, contributing to the organization's critical mandate in counter-terrorism, special intervention, and national security operations.
Administrative Circles Abuzz
The appointment has generated considerable discussion in administrative and police circles in both Uttar Pradesh and New Delhi, with officials viewing the move as an important addition to the leadership structure of the NSG at a time when national security remains a top priority.
Key Highlight: Amit Pathak, a 2007-batch IPS officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre, has been appointed Inspector General in the National Security Guard, with the Centre directing the state government to relieve him immediately for joining his new assignment.
