Newly appointed DGP, Uttar Pradesh, Arun Kumar Gupta had formal meeting with governor Ram Naik, on Friday.
Earlier, the state government appointed senior most IPS officer of 1977 batch, Gupta as DGP on Thursday scotching the speculation over the new DGP of the state. Gupta had a vast experience of field work and he held important posts of UP police in various capacities earlier his elevation as DGP. He also served as SSP lucknow in past.
Speaking to newsmen at DGP headquarters after taking the charge on Thursday evening, he said his priority was to improve policing in the state and maintain the law and order. He said offenders will be dealt with iron hand and people seeking justice will be ensured help from the police. He said he will deliver his best during his tenure as DGP. Gupta is to retire on January 31 this year.