New Delhi, Nov. 8 -- Himachal Pradesh cadre IPS officer Ajay Kumar Yadav (1996 batch) was appointed as Additional Director General (ADG) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on deputation on Friday, according to a report by The Tribune.

According to a Union Home Ministry communication dated November 6, addressed to the Chief Secretary of Himachal Pradesh, Yadav will take up the position against an existing vacancy at Level 15 of the pay matrix. His tenure will begin from the date he assumes charge and continue until September 30, 2030, when he is due to retire, or until further orders, whichever comes earlier.

The ministry has also asked the state government to relieve him from his current assignment without delay.

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