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Vikas Sheel appointed next Chief Secretary of Chhattisgarh

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Our sources once again proved accurate, as legendofficers.com had reported on September 15, 2025, that senior IAS officer Vikas Sheel (IAS:1994:CG) was set to become the next Chief Secretary of Chhattisgarh. On Thursday, the State government appointed him as the successor to Amitabh Jain (IAS:1987:CG), whose extended tenure will end on September 30.

Jain, who was scheduled to retire on June 30, 2025, had received a three-month extension on last day of his service.

Currently serving on central deputation as Executive Director at the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Manila, Sheel had taken charge in January 2024 for a three-year term. He has now been formally relieved from his role at ADB to assume charge as Chief Secretary of Chhattisgarh.

Born on June 10, 1969, and originally from Uttar Pradesh, Sheel began his IAS career in the erstwhile Madhya Pradesh cadre before opting for the newly formed Chhattisgarh cadre in 2000. Over the years, he has served as Collector of Raipur and Bilaspur and held several important Secretary-level positions in the State government.

On central deputation since 2018, Sheel has held key roles including Additional Secretary, Department of Health and Family Welfare, and Additional Secretary & Mission Director, Jal Jeevan Mission, Ministry of Jal Shakti.

Also Read: Vikas Sheel tipped as next Chhattisgarh Chief Secretary (September 15, 2025)


Gloria Gangte appointed as Ambassador of India to Norway

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LO Bureau
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Ms. Gloria Gangte (IFS: 2000) was on Tuesday (September 23, 2025) appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Norway. He is presently serving as High Commissioner to Malta and is expected to take up the assignment shortly.

In a statement, the MEA said, “Ms. Gloria Gangte (IFS: 2000), presently our High Commissioner to Malta, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Norway.”

“He is expected to take up the assignment shortly,” the statement added.

Raj Kamal appointed Ambassador of India to Eritrea

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LO Bureau
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Raj Kamal (YOA: 2009) was on Monday (September 22, 2025) appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the State of Eritrea. He is currently serving as Consulate General of India, Milan and is expected to take up the assignment shortly.

In a statement, the MEA said, “Shri Raj Kamal (YOA: 2009), presently posted in Consulate General of India, Milan, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the State of Eritrea.”

“He is expected to take up the assignment shortly,” the statement added.

16 Railway Officers empanelled as Joint Secretaries in Govt of India

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LO Bureau
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Restructuring a Rail Bhawan

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) on Monday (September 22, 2025) approved the empanelment of 16 senior officers from different Railway services for appointment as Joint Secretary or equivalent in the Government of India.

The names of the officers are;

  1. Anish Kumar (IRSE:2001)
  2. Pakhare Suresh Bhagwan (IRSE:2001)
  3. Renya Ete (IRSE:2001)
  4. Souvik Sen Gupta (IRSE:2001)
  5. Amit Agarwal (IRSE:2002)
  6. Jyoti Singhal (IRSE:2002)
  7. Daroga Lal Yadava (IRSS:2002)
  8. Prashant Agarwal (IRSS:2002)
  9. Sunil Kumar Tiwari (IRSS:2002)
  10. Pallavi Joshi (IRAS:2004)
  11. Santosh Gunvant Parage (IRAS:2004)
  12. Gangireddy Sreenivasa Rao (IRPS:2004)
  13. Aadhar Raj (IRTS:2004)
  14. D Vijaymala (IRTS:2004)
  15. G Gayatri (IRTS:2004)
  16. Narender Panwar (IRTS:2004)

Amrutha Varshini Palla appointed Deputy Secretary in DEA

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LO Bureau
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IRS officer Amrutha Varshini Palla (IRS-IT:2014), recommended for central deputation by the Department of Revenue, has been appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Thursday (September 25, 2025), Ms. Palla will serve in the post under the central staffing scheme for a combined tenure of four years, up to March 4, 2028—taking into account both ex-cadre and CSS deputation—starting from the date she assumes charge or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

NCR withdraws order to remove ACs from Junior officers’ chambers

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LO Bureau
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Restructuring a Rail Bhawan

The North Central Railway (NCR) on Monday issued a controversial directive instructing divisional heads in Agra, Jhansi, and Prayagraj to immediately remove air conditioners from the chambers of all junior scale officers. The order, dated September 22, 2025, cited instructions from the General Manager and directed officials to submit compliance reports on priority.

However, the directive sparked strong opposition from junior officers, who argued that the move would create disparity, demotivate staff, and adversely affect productivity and health. Facing widespread backlash across internal groups, the railway administration was forced to withdraw the order within hours.

NCR’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Shashi Kant Tripathi, later shared the withdrawal order without offering further comment. Officers pointed out that instead of targeting basic working conditions, the focus should be on pressing issues such as filling vacant posts in safety departments, as staff continue to manage increasing workloads despite stagnant sanctioned strength. Many described the withdrawn order as demoralising, saying it sent across a message that their hard work was undervalued.

Three new members appointed to Rajasthan Public Service Commission

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Rajasthan's employees' welfare

The Rajasthan government has appointed three new members to the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC). Former IPS officer Hemant Priyadarshi (IPS:1992:RJ), cancer specialist Dr. Ashok Kumar Kalwar, and academician Dr. Sushil Kumar Bissu have been inducted.

With this, seven out of ten member posts at RPSC are now filled. This marks the second round of appointments under the present government, following the appointment of former DGP U.R. Sahu as Chairman.

  • Hemant Priyadarshi, who retired in May 2025, has served in senior roles including DG, SCRB & Cyber Crime, ADG, ACB, and central deputation in ITBP and CRPF.
  • Dr. Ashok Kalwar, a noted cancer specialist from Jodhpur, has worked in top hospitals nationwide and published over 100 research papers in leading journals.
  • Dr. Sushil Kumar Bissu, from Ajmer, holds a PhD in Mathematics, has 33 years of teaching experience, and authored 35 research papers.

PESB invites applications for Director (Operations & BD), BPRL

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LO Bureau
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The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has invited applications for the post of Director (Operations & Business Development) in Bharat Petro Resources Limited (BPRL). The notification was issued on Tuesday (September 23, 2025), setting October 21, 2025, as the last date for submission of applications. Eligible candidates from both the public and private sectors can apply through the PESB portal.

According to the advertisement, applicants must hold either an Engineering degree or a Postgraduate qualification in Geo-Science from a recognized university or institution. They should also possess at least five years of cumulative experience at the senior level in Operations or Business Development within the exploration and production segment of the hydrocarbon sector, during the last ten years.

The post will fall vacant on June 1, 2026, upon the superannuation of the incumbent Krishnakant Joshi, who is currently serving as Director (Operations & Business Development).

Rajesh Kumar selected as Director (Finance), Bharat Coking Coal Limited

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LO Bureau
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Rajesh Kumar has been selected for appointment as Director (Finance), Bharat Coking Coal Limited. The selection was made during a Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) meeting held on September 24, 2025. He is currently serving as General Manager (Finance), Northern Coalfields Limited.

Following the PESB’s recommendation, his name has been forwarded to the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) for final approval. His appointment will be subject to necessary vigilance clearances and the ACC’s nod.

The following 11 applicants were interviewed in the selection meeting:

  1. Sanjay Shrivastava, General Manager Executive Director, Finance, Coal India Limited
  2. Rajesh Kumar, General Manager (Finance) – Head of Department, Northern Coalfields Limited
  3. Sudip Dasgupta, General Manager(Finance) / CFO, Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited
  4. Surendra Kumar Shukla, General Manager (Finance)/HOD (Internal Audit Dept.), Coal India Limited
  5. Indira Balasubramani, General Manager Finance, Western Coalfields Limited
  6. Yougal Kishore, Deputy General Manager (Finance) / HOD, Northern Coalfields Limited
  7. Sanjay Kumar, Deputy General Manager, Finance, Coal India Limited
  8. Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Chief Manager AFM, Jayant, Northern Coalfields Limited
  9. Dibendu Das, Director (Finance), Engineering Projects (India) Limited
  10. Anand Kumar, Deputy General Manager, Mangalore Refinery & Petrochemicals Limited
  11. Mukut Bihari Singhal, Executive Director (Finance), NBCC (India) Limited

Alok Mishra gets six-month extension as DG, DGFASLI

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LO Bureau
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The tenure of Alok Mishra (IInfoS:1998), Joint Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Employment, as Director General of the Directorate General of Factory Advice Service and Labour Institute (DGFASLI), has been extended.

According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Tuesday (September 24, 2025), the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the extension of his additional charge for a period of six months with effect from August 6, 2025, or until the appointment of a regular incumbent, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

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