Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla presided over a Rank Pipping Ceremony at Raj Bhavan, Imphal, to mark the promotion of two Indian Police Service officers — Rakesh Balwal and Ningshem Vashum — to the rank of Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP).
During the ceremony, the Governor placed the new rank insignia on the officers, formally acknowledging their elevation in service. He extended his congratulations and expressed confidence that both officers would continue to serve the state and the nation with dedication.
The event was attended by senior police officials, including ADGP (Intelligence) Ashutosh Kumar Sinha and ADGP (Law and Order) Lupheng Kailun, who joined in congratulating the newly promoted officers.