The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has appointed senior IPS officer Anand Jain as the new Director General of Police (DGP) of the Union Territory of Ladakh. The appointment was announced on June 22, 2026, as part of a key administrative move aimed at strengthening the leadership of the Union Territory’s police force.
Anand Jain, a 1999-batch IPS officer of the AGMUT cadre, has been transferred from Jammu and Kashmir, where he was serving as Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Armed Police.
Leadership Change in Ladakh Police
With this appointment, Anand Jain takes over as the head of the Ladakh Police. He succeeds K.K. Sharma (IPS: 2012: AGMUT), who had been holding the additional charge of DGP following the transfer of Mukesh Singh (IPS: 1996: AGMUT) to Manipur as the state’s Director General of Police.
The appointment brings a full-time police chief to Ladakh, ensuring dedicated leadership for law enforcement and security administration in the strategically important Union Territory.
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Experienced Officer with Extensive Service Record
Anand Jain has served in several key positions during his career in the AGMUT cadre and is known for his experience in policing, security management and operational leadership.
Before his latest appointment, he headed the Armed Police wing in Jammu and Kashmir as ADGP, overseeing critical security operations and administrative functions.
His experience in handling complex law and order situations and managing large police formations is expected to strengthen policing and security coordination in Ladakh.
Focus on Security and Public Safety
As DGP, Jain will be responsible for overseeing the overall functioning of the Ladakh Police, including law and order management, crime prevention, security coordination and public safety initiatives.
His role will also involve close coordination with various security agencies operating in the region to ensure effective policing and maintenance of peace.
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Importance of the Appointment
Ladakh continues to hold strategic significance due to its geographical location and evolving developmental priorities. The appointment of an experienced IPS officer as DGP is expected to provide continuity in policing and reinforce the Union Territory’s security framework.
Administrative observers believe Jain’s operational experience and leadership background will be valuable in addressing emerging challenges and strengthening institutional capabilities within the police force.
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About Anand Jain
Anand Jain is a 1999-batch IPS officer of the AGMUT cadre. Prior to his appointment as DGP of Ladakh, he served as Additional Director General of Police (Armed Police), Jammu and Kashmir. Over the years, he has held several important assignments in policing and security administration.
Key Highlights
- Anand Jain has been appointed as the new DGP of Ladakh.
- He is a 1999-batch IPS officer of the AGMUT cadre.
- Jain was serving as ADGP, Armed Police, Jammu and Kashmir.
- He succeeds K.K. Sharma, who was holding additional charge of the post.
- Mukesh Singh was earlier transferred from Ladakh to Manipur as DGP.
- The appointment was made by the Ministry of Home Affairs on June 22, 2026.
- Anand Jain brings extensive experience in policing and security management.