Meghalaya Set to Get Acting DGP as State’s First Woman DGP Idashisha Nongrang’s Tenure Ends on Nov 19

First Woman DGP Idashisha Nongrang to Retire on Nov 19; Meghalaya Faces Vacuum, Acting DGP Likely

Clock Ticking for Meghalaya: First Woman DGP Idashisha Nongrang’s Term Ending, No Regular Successor in Sight

The Meghalaya Police is staring at a leadership vacuum with the imminent retirement of its incumbent and first-ever woman Director General of Police, Idashisha Nongrang (IPS: 1992: Assam-Meghalaya).

With Nongrang’s extended tenure set to end on November 19, the state government has not yet initiated the process for appointing a regular DGP. Sources said the government has failed to send the panel of eligible IPS officers to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for empanelment, despite repeated reminders, raising serious questions whether the selection process can be completed in time. The delay has fuelled speculation that the state is headed towards appointing an acting DGP.

Nongrang had taken over as regular DGP on May 20, 2024, following the retirement of L R Bishnoi (IPS: 1991), in compliance with Supreme Court directives for a fixed two-year term till May 19, 2026. She was later granted a six-month service extension, extending her tenure till November 19, 2026.