In a significant turn of events, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced the removal of Kolkata Police Commissioner, IPS Vineet Kumar Goyal. This decision comes in the wake of intense protests by doctors following a horrific incident involving the rape and murder of a trainee female doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. The protest highlighted the need for urgent justice, prompting the CM to take decisive actions, including the transfer of several high-ranking police and health department officials on September 16.
The announcement of Vineet Kumar Goyal’s resignation was made on September 17 at 4 PM, marking the end of his tenure as Police Commissioner. His removal reflects the increasing public pressure for accountability and improved safety measures in the city, particularly in healthcare institutions.
Profile of IPS Vineet Kumar Goyal
Vineet Kumar Goyal is an esteemed Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from the 1994 batch. His journey to becoming the Kolkata Police Commissioner began with a solid educational foundation, having earned a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, as well as studies at IIT Kanpur.
Career Highlights and Experience
Before taking on the role of Kolkata Police Commissioner in December 2021, Goyal served in various pivotal positions within the Bengal Police force. His career includes significant roles such as:
- Additional Director General of Police (Special Task Force)
- Deputy Commissioner for the Eastern Suburban Division
- Deputy Commissioner for the Special Task Force
- Deputy Commissioner at Headquarters
- Joint Commissioner for Traffic
- Additional Commissioner in Kolkata Police
Award and Recognition
Goyal’s dedication to law enforcement has been recognized at the national level. In 2011, he was awarded the President’s Police Medal, a prestigious accolade that acknowledges his exceptional service, particularly for leading the operation to capture and execute a notorious national Maoist leader, Kishanji. This achievement highlights his capability and commitment to tackling significant challenges faced by law enforcement agencies.
Conclusion
As Kolkata bids farewell to IPS Vineet Kumar Goyal, his departure comes amid pressing calls for justice and safety reforms in the city. His career, marked by noteworthy contributions to the police force, reflects the complexities and challenges that police commissioners face in maintaining law and order in a rapidly changing urban landscape. The Kolkata community will undoubtedly be watching closely to see who will succeed him in this critical role and how the city’s safety measures will evolve moving forward.
