Mahesh Dixit takes charge as new Intelligence Bureau chief

Senior IPS officer Mahesh Dixit has assumed charge as the new Director of the Intelligence Bureau, succeeding Tapan Kumar Deka. A 1993-batch officer, Dixit brings extensive experience in counter-terrorism and handling sensitive portfolios. His appointment, cleared by the ACC, marks a new chapter for the premier internal intelligence agency, with Dixit expected to leverage his sharp acumen and established network.