Two Odisha-cadre IPS officers deputed to Centre for leadership roles in BSF

Bhubaneswar (26/04/2025): Two Odisha-cadre IPS officers have been deputed to leadership roles in the Border Security Force (BSF). Ravi Kanta has been appointed Inspector General in the BSF, while Mitrabhanu Mahapatra has been designated Deputy Inspector General. Both the postings are on deputation basis for a period of five years, or until further orders, whichever comes earlier. The Ministry of Home Affairs has requested the Odisha government to relieve both officers with immediate effect, to facilitate their transition into the new roles.