Delhi's Quiet Crusader: Sanjay Arora's Legacy in Law Enforcement
Sanjay Arora, the Delhi Police Commissioner, will retire on July 31 after a notable tenure marked by significant drug busts, crackdown on organized crime, and a reserved leadership approach. His era saw the capture of international criminal Deepak 'Boxer' and an emphasis on dismantling overseas-based gangs.

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Sanjay Arora, the retiring Delhi Police Commissioner, will conclude his tenure on July 31, leaving behind a trail of impressive law enforcement achievements. His low-profile leadership effectively tackled organized crime and netted record drug seizures while maintaining operational stability.
Arora, a 1988-batch IPS officer from Tamil Nadu, was lauded for overseeing the extradition of international criminal Deepak 'Boxer' and focusing on dismantling foreign-based criminal networks. Despite looming speculation, no extension of his service has been confirmed by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Under his stewardship, international drug cartels were intercepted and organized gangs curtailed, marking a legacy of strategic policing and crime prevention. The Delhi Police now anticipates the appointment of a new commissioner as urban policing evolves amid international crime and technology challenges.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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