The Karnataka government announced on Tuesday (21.11.2023) the appointment of senior IAS officer Rajneesh Goel (IAS:1986:KN) as the new Chief Secretary, succeeding the incumbent Vandita Sharma (IAS:1986:KN), who is scheduled to retire at the end of November. Currently, he is serving as the Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) in the Home Department.
Since the inception of the Siddharamaiah government in May, Rajneesh Goel has consistently emerged as a strong contender for the position of Chief Secretary. His appointment as the Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister at that time was a clear indication of the government’s trust in his capabilities. Additionally, Goel holds the most senior position among IAS officers in the state after Vandita Sharma, positioning him as a primary candidate for the Chief Secretary role.
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