Rakesh Agarwal appointed as Director General at National Investigation Agency

New Delhi: In a major move, the government has approved the proposal of the Ministry of Home Affairs for appointment of Shri Rakesh Aggarwal, IPS (HP:1994), SDG, NIA, as Director General, National Investigation Agency (level-16 of Pay Matrix) from the date of assumption of charge of the post and up to 31.08.2028 i.e. date of his superannuation or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

Shri Agarwal is an Indian Police Service officer (IPS) of 1994-batch of Himachal Pradesh cadre. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master’s degree in Management. Mr. Agarwal began his service in the Himachal Pradesh Police, where he gained some foundational experience in law enforcement and administration. For many years, Mr. Agarwal served in major central agencies and forces.