Deven Bharti Takes Over as Mumbai Police Commissioner: Ex-ATS Chief, 26/11 Investigator, Fadnavis’ Trusted Aide
April 30, 2025: A 1994-batch IPS officer and specialist in law and order, Bharti replaces Vivek Phansalkar as Mumbai’s top cop, with a track record including key roles during the 26/11 attacks and leadership of the ATS.
Senior IPS officer Deven Bharti has officially been appointed the new Commissioner of Mumbai Police, succeeding Vivek Phansalkar, who retired after 35 years of service. Bharti, currently serving as Special Commissioner, will formally assume charge later this evening.
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Who is Deven Bharti?
- Batch & Rank: 1994-batch IPS officer, set to be promoted to Director General (DG) rank by August 2025.
- Age: 56 years
- Retirement Year: Scheduled for 2028
- Education: Master’s degree from the Delhi School of Economics; completed matriculation in Jharkhand
- Native Place: Darbhanga, Bihar
Career Highlights:
- Served in top roles such as:
- Joint Commissioner of Police (Law & Order), Mumbai
- Additional Commissioner of Police (Crime), Mumbai
- Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime), Mumbai
- Former Chief of Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS)
- Played a vital role in investigating the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks
- Held the position of Inspector General of Police (Law & Order) at the state headquarters
- Served on central deputation in the past
Political and Administrative Trust:
Bharti is considered a trusted officer of Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, having served as Joint CP (Law & Order) during Fadnavis’s previous tenure as Chief Minister. His elevation comes as Mumbai faces complex law enforcement challenges amid heightened geopolitical tensions and urban crime.
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