Aditya Bajpai Joint Director DRI appointment marks an important leadership addition at the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, Government of India. Aditya Bajpai, an IRS officer, author, and analyst, has assumed charge as Joint Director at the DRI, an agency tasked with safeguarding India’s economic and revenue interests.
In his new role, Bajpai will be involved in revenue intelligence, enforcement operations, and policy implementation, supporting national efforts to curb economic offences, customs evasion, and illicit trade. The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence plays a critical role in intelligence-led investigations related to smuggling, trade-based money laundering, and violations of customs and allied laws.
With experience spanning public finance, enforcement, and analytical domains, Bajpai is known for his structured and research-driven approach to complex economic issues. His background as an author and analyst is expected to add depth to intelligence assessment, operational planning, and institutional effectiveness within the organisation.
The appointment comes at a time when revenue intelligence agencies are increasingly required to respond to sophisticated economic crimes, cross-border illicit trade networks, and evolving compliance challenges. Strengthening leadership capacity is central to enhancing operational efficiency and coordination across enforcement agencies.
The elevation of Aditya Bajpai reinforces the government’s focus on experienced and analytically grounded leadership within key economic enforcement institutions.
