Sonali Mishra Becomes First Woman to Lead RPF:
Sonali Mishra, a senior IPS officer from the 1993 batch, has been appointed as the Director General (DG) of the Railway Protection Force (RPF). She will be the first woman to head the RPF, which is responsible for ensuring the safety of railway passengers and property. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved her appointment, and she will serve in the role until October 31, 2026.The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the appointment of Sonali Mishra as the new DG of the RPF. She will take over from Manoj Yadava, who will retire on July 31, 2025. This marks the first time a woman has been chosen to lead the RPF since its formation. The appointment was confirmed through an official order by the Personnel Ministry.
