Former Odisha Police DG SN Tiwari passes away

Bhubaneswar: Former Director General of Odisha Police SN Tiwari passed away while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday. He was 81.

He is survived by his wife and two sons.

A 1963 batch IPS Officer, Tiwari has served as DIG Central Range, Director (Intelligence), Director (Prisons), DG Police.

He had also served on central deputation as Joint Secretary, Intelligence Bureau.

“We mourn the sad demise of Shri SN Tiwari, retired IPS officer of 1963 batch of Odisha Cadre. Shri Tiwari will be remembered for his professional excellence, integrity, humility and compassion. My condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace,” tweeted Odisha DGP Abhay.