The resignation tendered by 2013-batch Indian Police Service officer Jagmohan Meena has received formal approval from the President of India. Notification regarding the acceptance of his resignation was made public through an official circular dated September 11, 2026. This formal clearance brings a close to his nearly 13-year administrative and policing career within the Odisha cadre. Having transitioned from a specialized background in engineering into civil administration, Meena served across multiple sensitive rural jurisdictions as well as primary urban commissionates during his tenure.
Academic Roots in Rajasthan and IIT Kanpur Before Civil Services
Born in 1989, Jagmohan Meena originally hails from Rajasthan. His academic orientation centered on technical and scientific domains from an early stage. He secured admission to the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, where he pursued an integrated dual-degree program, earning both a BTech and an MTech in Aerospace Engineering. Following his academic achievements in technical studies, he shifted his focus toward national governance and sat for the competitive civil services examination.
In the Union Public Service Commission examination conducted in 2012, Meena secured an All India Rank of 848. This ranking led to his selection into the Indian Police Service, and he was allocated to the Odisha state cadre. He officially commenced his service as an officer of the 2013 batch on December 23, 2013.
Command in Malkangiri, Ganjam, and Recognition for Gallantry
During his years in the Odisha cadre, Jagmohan Meena held primary law enforcement responsibilities across multiple districts. He served as Superintendent of Police in locations including Malkangiri and Ganjam. Malkangiri, in particular, has historically been identified as an area dealing with Left-Wing Extremism, presenting intricate operational hurdles for security forces and district management.
His performance in addressing these difficult security situations earned institutional recognition. In 2019, Meena was decorated with the Police Medal for Gallantry for his operational conduct. Following his fieldwork in these challenging districts, his administrative role transitioned into metropolitan law enforcement.
Metropolitan Roles in Cuttack and Bhubaneswar Leading to Resignation
Progressing from his assignments as a district Superintendent of Police, Jagmohan Meena took charge as Deputy Commissioner of Police in the major cities of Cuttack and Bhubaneswar. While posted in Bhubaneswar, he spoke to ANI in July 2026, confirming that he had submitted his resignation some days earlier after consulting with his family and close associates. He cited personal considerations as the premise for his departure and appealed for privacy regarding the matter.
Upon tendering his papers, Meena extended his gratitude to the Government of Odisha and the citizens of the state, stating his appreciation for the opportunity to serve and the trust reposed in him. The administrative process required several months for completion, culminating in the September 11, 2026 notification confirming the President's formal acceptance of his exit from the Indian Police Service.
Parallels with Former IAS Officer Divya Mittal
Meena's departure shares notable parallels with that of former Indian Administrative Service officer Divya Mittal from the Uttar Pradesh cadre. Both professionals cleared the 2012 Civil Services Examination and belonged to the 2013 batch of civil servants. In that examination, Divya Mittal secured All India Rank 69, joining the IAS in Uttar Pradesh, while Meena achieved Rank 848 and entered the IPS in Odisha.
Both officers chose to step down voluntarily from their respective services in 2026 after roughly 13 years in public administration. Divya Mittal resigned on August 30, 2026, sharing on social media platforms that leaving the IAS was a voluntary choice. On September 15, she confirmed that her resignation had been formally approved. Addressing speculation regarding possible entry into politics, Mittal stated in an interview with NDTV that she had no plans to pursue a political path.
A New Chapter Outside the Bureaucracy
The year 2026 marks the concluding point of government service for both batchmates after 13 years on duty. While Mittal walked away from the Indian Administrative Service, Meena concluded his run in the Indian Police Service. Meena cited personal reasons for his decision, and Mittal characterized her move as an entirely self-directed choice. The departure of both officers within weeks of each other concludes their respective careers in civil governance, opening new chapters outside the administrative machinery.
