President Droupadi Murmu Inaugurates Rairangpur Police District in Odisha

New Police District Becomes Fully Operational

In a significant step towards strengthening policing and public service delivery in Odisha, President Droupadi Murmu on Friday formally inaugurated the newly created Rairangpur Police District in Mayurbhanj district.

The inauguration marks a major milestone in the state government’s efforts to make the police administration more efficient, people-centric and responsive to public needs.

Dignitaries Attend the Inauguration Ceremony

The event was attended by Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Mayurbhanj MP Naba Charan Majhi, Health and Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling, Forest, Environment and Climate Change Minister Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia, Rairangpur MLA Jalen Naik, Karanjia MLA Padma Charan Haiburu and Saraskana MLA Bhadav Hansda, among others.

Several senior officials were also present, including Chief Secretary Anu Garg, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Hemant Sharma, Director General of Police Yogesh Bahadur Khurania, Crime Branch DGP Vinaytosh Mishra, Eastern Range DIG Pinak Mishra, Mayurbhanj SP Varun Guntupalli, Collector Hemakanta Say and Rairangpur SP Suresh Kumar Patra.

Created Through Reorganisation of Mayurbhanj Police District

The Odisha Government had reorganised the erstwhile Mayurbhanj Police District in August 2025 and created the Rairangpur Police District. With its formal inauguration, the district has now become fully operational.

The new police district comprises two police subdivisions and fourteen police stations, enabling faster and more accessible police services for residents.

Improved Law and Order, Faster Police Response

Officials said the creation of the Rairangpur Police District will strengthen law enforcement, improve crime control mechanisms and ensure quicker police response to emergencies. The move is also expected to enhance public safety and bring policing services closer to the people.

The initiative reflects Odisha Police’s commitment to citizen service, public safety and good governance. Authorities believe the new district will further strengthen public trust in the police system while improving the overall delivery of law enforcement services in the region.

Milestone in Odisha Police’s Citizen-Centric Approach

The launch of the Rairangpur Police District is being viewed as another important milestone in Odisha Police’s mission of “Public Service and Public Safety.” The new administrative setup is expected to contribute significantly to maintaining law and order while ensuring efficient and quality policing for the people of the region.