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Podcast: India News - English
Episode: Amid fresh Manipur violence, IPS officer Rakesh Balwal recalled
Description: With a relapse of violence in Manipur, the union home ministry has recalled Srinagar police official Rakesh Balwal to handle the state’s violent situation. Known for his anti-terror expertise, the IPS officer was currently serving as SSP Srinagar. After the “premature” repartation to Manipur, Balwal will be assigned a new posting upon his joining. Officials have “approved the proposal of the Ministry of Home Affairs for premature repatriation of Rakesh Balwal, IPS, from AGMUT cadre to Manipur cadre,” an announcement read. Balwal, who is a resident of Udhampur in the Jammu region, has served in Manipur police in various capacities...