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IPS VC Sajjanar bids farewell as Hyderabad CP, shares heartfelt post on X
In Short
IPS officer V.C. Sajjanar bids farewell as Hyderabad Police Commissioner after a year in office, sharing a heartfelt message on X and thanking Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, the state government, citizens and police personnel for their support.

Hyderabad's Commissioner of Police V.C. Sajjanar
Hyderabad's Commissioner of Police V.C. Sajjanar has bid farewell to his position and has been appointed as the Director General of Fire Services Department. In a reshuffle of top IPS officials in the state, IPS Mahesh Muralidhar Bhagwat has been appointed as Hyderabad's new police commissioner.
"This has been an extraordinary year as commissioner of police. I am grateful to the State Government & CM Revanth Reddy to have given me the opportunity to serve the city," Sajjanar said in a post on X.
"Hyderabad citizens have always supported us. The city is a great place with all communities celebrating festivals with peace & harmony. I would also like to thank the citizens for embracing our reforms." He wrote.
Sajjanar has appreciated the city's efforts in combating food adulteration through H-FAST. Food safety officials helped in seizures & bringing those involved to justice.
Operation Octopus, a national awareness campaign that brings police, banks & Department of Telecommunications together to combat cyber crimes was also another initiative. The Central government & Union Home Secretary have taken heed of recommendations from Hyderabad City Police. An Investigation Monitoring Cell was also created to provide faster justice to victims.
Other initiatives include Day with the CP, connecting students (especially students from government schools) with the police. A one-way traffic system was also created around KBR Park with the help of the GHMC commissioner and officials. Spandana vehicles were also deployed for women's safety.
The Extra Mile scheme within the police department has recognised top performing individuals. The Grand Health Challenge has been focused on looking after police staff. Sajjanar has thanked the whole police force for their achievements. "I leave with wonderful memories. Wishing all Hyderabad citizens safety & happiness."

