IRS officer Parth Gautam (IRS-IT:2014) has been appointed as Private Secretary to Sukanta Majumdar, Minister of State for Education and Development of North Eastern Region. His appointment specifically pertains to the Ministry of Education.
According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Monday (19.09.2024), the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the proposal to appoint Mr. Gautam to the post of Private Secretary with effect from the date of assumption of the charge of the post.
His tenure will last until July 29, 2028 ( for the maximum admissible tenure of 7 years away from cadre) or on a co-terminus basis with the Minister, or until he ceases to function as Private Secretary to the Minister, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.