Shoyabahmed Kalal’s deputation in NITI Aayog extended

The central government has extended the deputation of Shoyabahmed Kalal (IES:2011) as Director in NITI Aayog for two more years, up to December 2027.

NITI Aayog

The central deputation tenure of Shoyabahmed Kalal (IES:2011) as Director in NITI Aayog has been extended by two years. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Tuesday (December 9, 2025), the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved NITI Aayog’s proposal to continue his deputation beyond December 6, 2025, up to December 6, 2027, or until further orders.

Kalal was appointed to the post in November 2020 for an initial tenure of four years and assumed charge on December 6, 2020. His tenure was first extended for one year on December 6, 2024. With the latest extension, he will now continue in the role until December 6, 2027.