Richa Ghosh, the recent World Cup champion for India, formally became a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in the West Bengal Police. The 22-year-old batsman and wicketkeeper, who was instrumental in India’s first Women’s World Cup victory, has been named Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in the Siliguri Commissionerate.
The West Bengal government had earlier announced Richa’s appointment as a thank you for her role in India’s historic Women’s World Cup victory. Soon after the competition, she was honoured by the state, which praised her on-field prowess and the glory she brought to Bengal as the first state cricketer to win a World Cup title.
When Richa Ghosh arrived for work at Bhabani Bhavan, she was greeted by State Police Director General Rajiv Kumar and given her official clothes. Videos and pictures of her induction were shared by the West Bengal Police.
Richa Ghosh joins State Police as DSP
Richa Ghosh, a crucial member of the Indian team that won the Women’s Cricket World Cup, joined the State Police today in the rank of DSP (Deputy Superintendent of Police). She has been appointed as ACP (Assistant Commissioner of Police) in… pic.twitter.com/x6lurmvRTI
— West Bengal Police (@WBPolice) December 3, 2025
Richa Ghosh, the recent World Cup champion for India, formally became a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in the West Bengal Police. The 22-year-old batsman and wicketkeeper, who was instrumental in India’s first Women’s World Cup victory, has been named Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in the Siliguri Commissionerate.
The West Bengal government had earlier announced Richa’s appointment as a thank you for her role in India’s historic Women’s World Cup victory. Soon after the competition, she was honoured by the state, which praised her on-field prowess and the glory she brought to Bengal as the first state cricketer to win a World Cup title.
When Richa arrived for work at Bhabani Bhavan, she was greeted by State Police Director General Rajiv Kumar and given her official clothes. Videos and pictures of her induction were shared by the West Bengal Police.
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