Aninspector-general of police is a senior police officer in the police force or police service of several nations. The rank usually refers to the head of a large regional command within a police service, and in many countries refers to the most senior officer of the entire national police.
InBangladesh, theBangladesh Inspector General of Police heads theBangladesh Police.
Most IGP's of Bangladesh Police serve a 2-3 year term of serving as an IGP before retirement
InGhana,Inspector General of Police is the title of the head of theGhana Police Service.
During theBritish Colonial era, the British Parliament introduced theIndian Councils Act 1861 in India.[1] The act created a new cadre of police, called Superior Police Services, later known as theIndian Imperial Police.[1] The highest rank in the service was the Inspector General.[1] This rank is equivalent to Joint Commissioner of police in metropolitan areas.
Currently, in modernIndia, an inspector-general of police (IGP) is an officer fromIndian Police Service (IPS). In a state, an inspector-general of police (IGP) holds the third-highest rank in the hierarchy, just below the rank ofadditional director general of police (Addl. DGP) and abovedeputy inspector general of police (DIG). Inspector-general of police (IGP) is a two star rank in theIndian Police Service. Officers at this rank typically have over 15 years of service and are entrusted with supervising police operations over a zone, which may comprise multiple police districts, or heading specialized units such asintelligence, training, or crime branches.
IGP-ranked officers weargorget patches on their collars. Although it has a dark blue background which is similar to DIGs and SSPs, an oak leaf pattern is stitched on the patch; unlike DIGs and SSPs, which have a white line stitched on the patch.
InIndonesia, an inspector-general of police (inspektur jenderal polisi or abbreviated irjen (pol)) holds thethird-highest rank of theIndonesian National Police (equivalent to amajor general in theIndonesian National Armed Forces). Usually, police with rank inspector-general of police became a chief of regional police department with type-A classification (capital city, strategic and major/densely populated provinces), chief of divisions, special staff to thechief of national police, or deputy head of any agency under the police's territory.
InKenya, theinspector-general of police is the senior most police officer, who has the overall command of theKenya National Police Service. In the event of a vacancy arising, the procedure for appointment of the inspector-general is:[2][3]
The IG is charged with the overall administrative management of the police force, exercises independent command over the National Police Service and performs any other functions prescribed by national legislation. Consequently, the inspector-general reports directly to the president and is also a member of the National Security Council, chaired by the president.[4] Under the IG are twodeputy inspectors-general who command the Kenya Police Service and theAdministration Police Service respectively. The inspector-general is appointed for a single four-year term, and is not eligible for re-appointment. The inspector-general may be removed from office by the president only on the grounds of:[5]
InMalawi, the inspector-general of police is the head of theMalawi Police Service. S/he is appointed by the President and confirmed by the National Assembly by a majority vote. In the exercise of his/her powers the Inspector General is accountable to the Minister responsible for Police.
InMalaysia, theInspector-General of Police heads theRoyal Malaysia Police.
Theinspector general of police (IGP) is the highest-ranking officer in the Nepal Police, tasked with leading and managing the police force throughout the country. The position is crucial in maintaining law and order, implementing policing strategies, and ensuring public safety across Nepal.
The IGP is appointed by the Government of Nepal, typically from among the senior-most Additional Inspector Generals of Police (AIGs). The selection is based on factors such as merit, seniority, and the officer's professional track record. The tenure of the IGP is usually four years, though it may vary depending on governmental decisions or the officer's retirement age.
Deepak Thapa[6] is current Inspector General of Nepal Police.[7] The position of IGP has been held by various distinguished officers, each contributing to the development and modernization of the Nepal Police. The Inspector General of Police is a pivotal figure in shaping the effectiveness of the Nepal Police, ensuring the enforcement of the law, and maintaining public trust in the security services of Nepal.
An inspector-general of police heads theNigeria Police Force.
In Pakistan, Inspector Generals of Police head the police force of a province and are appointed at BPS-22, the highest civil service grade. IGsP arePolice Service of Pakistan officers, appointed by the federal government with consent of respective provincial governments. Rank insignia is the national emblem above a crossed sword and baton worn on shoulder flashes.
InSierra Leone the inspector general of police is the head of theSierra Leone Police force nationally, which is one of the oldest continuously operational police services in Africa. The inspector general is assisted by a deputy inspector general, and several assistant inspectors general.[8]
InSri Lanka, theInspector General of Police heads theSri Lanka Police Service.
Theinspector general of police is the highest rank in theTanzania Police Force.
The inspector general of police is the highest rank in theUganda Police Force. Since 2001, the position has been held by a two-starmilitarygeneral of theUganda People's Defense Force.
InNorthern Ireland, the chief officer of the formerRoyal Ulster Constabulary (now replaced by thePolice Service of Northern Ireland) was titled inspector general until 1970, when following a review the post was renamedchief constable.