Major Shakeup in Tamil Nadu: Key Police Officials Transferred

The Tamil Nadu government has executed a significant reshuffle, transferring over ten senior police officials. Key transfers include B Bala Naga Devi to DGP, Cyber Crime Wing, and Rajeev Kumar to DGP, Training. The changes impact branches of intelligence, security, and crime across Chennai.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Chennai | Updated: 14-05-2026 17:59 IST | Created: 14-05-2026 17:59 IST
Major Shakeup in Tamil Nadu: Key Police Officials Transferred
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In a significant administrative move, the Tamil Nadu government has announced the transfer of over ten senior police officials. This extensive reshuffling, specified in a government order, affects various departments within the law enforcement structure.

B Bala Naga Devi has been appointed as the Director General of Police (DGP) of the Cyber Crime Wing in Chennai. Additionally, Rajeev Kumar will assume the role of DGP for Training in Chennai, indicating a strategic realignment in training priorities.

The move also involves reassignments within the intelligence and security sectors, with officials like S Davidson Devasirvatham and K A Senthil Velan placed on compulsory wait. This decision underscores the government's intent to optimize the operational effectiveness of its police force.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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