National Investigation Agency (NIA) Director General Sadanand Date has been repatriated to his parent Maharashtra cadre, paving the way for his appointment as the next Director General of Police (DGP) of the state. A 1990-batch IPS officer, Date is known for his integrity and long experience in handling sensitive investigations, including counter-terror operations. His return is understood to have the backing of  Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who played a key role in the decision. Date’s elevation is expected to bring stability to the state police leadership amid ongoing administrative reshuffles and law-and-order challenges in Maharashtra.