| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Appointee | Sonali Mishra (1993-batch IPS officer, Madhya Pradesh cadre) |
| New Role | Director General (DG) of Railway Protection Force (RPF) |
| Tenure | Until October 31, 2026 |
| Historic Significance | First woman to head RPF since its formation (1957) |
| Appointment Date | July 13, 2025 (Approved by Appointments Committee of the Cabinet) |
| Predecessor | Manoj Yadava (retires July 31, 2025) |
| Current Position | Additional Director General (Selection), Madhya Pradesh Police |
| Key Career Highlights | - First woman BSF commander (India-Pakistan border, Punjab, 2021).- Headed BSF in Kashmir as Inspector General.- Led BSF intelligence wing. |
| Awards | President's Police Medal for Distinguished Service, Police Medal for Meritorious Service |
| RPF Overview | - Established: 1957 (Parliamentary Act).- Powers: Arrest/prosecution (1966), declared armed force of Union (1985).- Role: Safety of railway passengers, property, stations. |
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