656 officers promoted as GPF strengthens leadership

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has promoted 656 officers across senior and subordinate ranks. The announcement was made on Wednesday at the annual Police Officers Conference at Eve Leary, Georgetown.
The promotions, effective January 1, 2025, mark a defining moment for the GPF as it continues to modernise and enhance its operational capacity.
During his address, President Dr Irfaan revealed that additional promotions remain under consideration.

“I have been advised by the chair of the Police Service Commission that there are still other names under consideration. They have not completed the full consideration of all names. So, the chair of the Police Service Commission has asked me to convey that message also and continue to be on your good behavior,” Ali said.
At the top of the list is Traffic Chief, Assistant Commissioner of Police Mahendra Singh. Formerly a Senior Superintendent, Singh has ascended to the rank of Assistant Commissioner, a testament to his dedication and steady rise through the ranks.
Other notable promotions include eight elevated to AS Assistant Commissioners, 14 to Senior Superintendent, 21 to Superintendent, 19 to Deputy Superintendent, 56 to Assistant Superintendent, and 37 to Assistant Superintendent on Probation.
Additionally, six officers were promoted to Cadet Officer, 20 to Chief Inspector, 141 to Inspector, 84 to Sergeant, 114 to Corporal, 100 to Lance Corporal, 6 to Rural Sergeant, and 19 to Rural Corporal.
Very exciting time
President Ali encouraged officers to maintain professionalism and discipline, noting that the promotions signify a bold step towards reinforcing leadership, discipline, and efficiency within the ranks of the GPF.
“This is a very exciting time for the Guyana Police Force, for law enforcement and for our Joint Services in Guyana. I’ve encouraged from day one the heads of the Joint Services and the senior management to network, integrate and work closely together. Because at the end of the day, whether it’s internal security or external threat, we are all working towards the protection and safeguarding of our national assets and our sovereignty together. And that requires collaboration, partnership and collective effort and we have seen great success with that partnership,” the President said.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces also highlighted the growing importance of global partnerships in law enforcement.
The promotions come against the backdrop of significant successes in crime reduction across the country. President Ali outlined the force’s achievements, noting a 12.2 percent overall reduction in serious crimes, a 25.9 percent decrease in murders, a 40.9 percent drop in robberies, a 12 per cent reduction in robberies with violence, and a 19.1 percent decline in larceny.