Maharashtra's first woman Director General of Police retired

Rashmi Shukla, Maharashtra's first woman Director General of Police (DGP), retired on Saturday, having completed 37 and a half years in the Indian Police Service. 

Shukla was accorded the Guard of Honour at her farewell ceremony held at the Naigaon Police Ground in Bhoiwada in the presence of senior officers. Speaking to media persons after the farewell ceremony, Shukla said, "After having served



for 37 and a half years, I am retiring from the Indian Police Service. I feel nostalgic."

"Maharashtra Police gave me so much, and I have learnt a lot. Everyone worked like a team to take Maharashtra Police to newer heights," she said.

"I am very satisfied and pray for a good life and health for all officials and workers of Maharashtra Police," the 1988-batch IPS officer added.