Director general of police

Director General of Respective States and Union Territories Police Force
Shoulder Rank of DGP
Car Flag for Director General of Police
Star Plate for Police Vehicle
Police department
Status	Head of Police Force of States and Union Territories of India.
Abbreviation	DGP
Member of	Indian Police Service
Reports to	Ministry of Home Affairs
Residence	Respective Police Headquarters of States and Union Territories of India
Nominator	Union Public Service Commission
Appointer	Respective cabinet of States And Union Territories of India
Term length	2 years (minimum)
Deputy	Additional Director General of Police
Salary	• ₹225,000 (US$2,700) (monthly)

The Director General of Police (DGP) is the highest-ranking police officer in Indian states and union territories. The DGP is appointed by the cabinet and holds a three-star rank. The DGP is responsible for overseeing the entire police force and law enforcement activities within their respective jurisdiction. This position holds significant authority and plays a crucial role in maintaining law and order, implementing crime prevention strategies, and ensuring public safety. The DGP is usually appointed by the state government and works closely with other law enforcement agencies and government officials to uphold the rule of law and protect citizens' rights.^[1][2]