The Bihar government implemented a substantial IPS officer reshuffling, transferring 62 officials, including three ADGs. Rajiv Mishra becomes DIG in the Anti-Terrorist Squad, succeeded by Avakash Kumar. Key adjustments include Kundan Krishnan's additional STF duties and various significant IG and SP position changes in the state.
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