The center has decided to provide 'Z+' category security cover to former NIA chief Dinkar Gupta. This security will be provided by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and will be applicable in Punjab, Chandigarh, and Delhi, starting from March 2024. Dinkar Gupta, an IPS officer from the 1987 batch of the Punjab cadre, served as the NIA chief from June 2022 until March 31, 2024. He has previously served as the Director General of Police (Intelligence) in Punjab.
Amid growing threats from Khalistani terrorist groups, the decision to increase Dinkar Gupta's security cover was made by the government. According to media reports, the government has received intelligence indicating increased danger to officers who have served in key positions. Particularly, since the assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardip Singh Nijjar in Canada, extremist groups have become more aggressive.
Dinkar Gupta's tenure in the Punjab Police was marked by notable achievements. According to media reports, he formed a team of police officers to tackle organized crime in Punjab.
