UP government’s big decision, CBCID renamed CID – Name change of UP Police CBCID Wing Now as CID

The Government of Uttar Pradesh has changed the name of Crime Branch, Crime Research Department (CBCID) to Crime Research Department (CID). This decision has been taken by the government with the aim of making the crime research system more effective and simplified. In the order issued by the Home (Police) Department of the State Government, it has been clarified that from now on CBCID will be known as CID. This name change will be applicable with immediate effect.

What is the purpose of change?

The main task of this important department of Uttar Pradesh Police is to conduct a thorough investigation into crimes, forensic analysis, identity of criminals and to investigate organized crimes. The change of name will bring transparency and clarity in the functioning of the department, which will facilitate the public and police personnel to understand the role of the department.

What will change after CBCID becomes CID?

Old Name: Crime research department (cbcid)
new name: Crime research department (CID)

Effect: The administrative and legal proceedings of the department will continue as before, only the name has been changed. Government approval: The Governor has given his approval to this change. According to the order signed by Rakesh Kumar Malpani, Special Secretary, Home Department, this change will be effective from 16 March 2025.

What does this change matter to the public and police officers?

Experts believe that due to the complexity of the word CBCID, people used to have confusion, but the name CID is more simple and widely valid. This will strengthen the identity of the department and increase coordination and effectiveness in the investigation process. Through this decision, the state government has tried to empower the crime investigation system and give a new identity to the department. Now it has to be seen what effect this change has on crime control and investigation processes.