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Centre shuffles 41 officers in major JS-level bureaucratic overhaul

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The Modi government on Wednesday (28.05.2025) carried out a major bureaucratic reshuffle at the Joint Secretary level, appointing as many as 41 officers from various services to key positions across departments and ministries. This high-level administrative rejig has significantly changed the bureaucratic landscape of the central government at the JS level.

The names of the officers and their posting are as follows;

  1. Anbalagan P (IAS:2004:CG) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare for a tenure of five years, He will replace Yogita Rana (IAS: 2003: CG).
  2. Sanjay Kumar Agarwal (IAS:2002:BH) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare for a tenure of five years. He succeeds Muktanand Agarwal (IAS: 2008: RJ).
  3. Muthukumarasamy B (IAS:2007:UP) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying for a tenure of five years vice Chauhan Sarita Chand (IAS: 1999: UT).
  4. Sandeep Raj (IRS-IT: 1998) has been appointed as Joint Secretary & FA, Department of Atomic Energy for a tenure of five years by temporarily downgrading the vacant post of AS & FA vice Rajeev Kumar Mital (IAS: 1998: MH).
  5. Alarmelmangai D (IAS:2004:CG) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH for a tenure of five years. He will replace Bhavna Saxena (IPS: 1996: AP).
  6. Nishtha Upadhyay (IDAS:1999) has been appointed as Additional CEO, GeM (Government e Marketplace), SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle), Department of Commerce for a tenure of five years. She succeeds Prakash Mirani (IRSS:1989).
  7. Vrunda Manohar Desai (IRS-IT: 2003) has been appointed as Additional DGFT, (Directorate General of Foreign Trade), Delhi, Department of Commerce for an overall tenure of five years i.e. up to 12.04.2027 vice Gangadhar Panda (IRS IT:1993).
  8. Raman Kumar (IAS:2009:BH) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Ministry of Cooperation for an overall tenure of five years. He will replace Pankaj Kumar Bansal (IAS:1997:TN).
  9. Ishita Ganguli Tripathy (IES:1999) has been appointed as Joint Secretary & Additional FA, Ministry of Defence for a tenure of five years. She succeeds Rajesh Sharma (IDAS: 1992).
  10. Manisha Chandra (IAS:2004:GJ) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Defence Production for a tenure of five years vice Jayant Kumar (IRSME: 1996).
  11. Meera Mohanty (IAS:2005:HP) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Defence Production for a tenure of five years vice Shalabh Tyagi (IRSEE: 1997).
  12. Vyasan R (IAS:2007:NL) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs for a tenure of five years vice Solomon Arokiaraj (IAS: 2000: AP).
  13. Bhanu Prakash Yeturu (IAS:2003:RJ) has been appointed as Deputy Election Commissioner (DEC), Election Commission of India for a tenure of five years. He will replace Hirdesh Kumar (IAS: 1999: AGMUT).
  14. Ajit Kumar (IAS: 2006: KL) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology for a tenure of five years. He succeeds Amitesh Kumar Sinha (IRAS: 1997).
  15. Amod Kumar (IAS:1995:UP) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology for an overall tenure of five years up to 13.12.2026. He will replace Sanket S Bondve (IAS:2007:MP).
  16. Sumita Singh (CSS) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities for a tenure of five years by temporarily upgrading a vacant post of DS/Director level to Joint Secretary level in the same Department for a period of two years.
  17. Chinmay Pundlikrao Gotmare (IAS:2009:AM) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Expenditure for a combined tenure of seven years i.e. up to 12.04.2028 by temporarily upgrading the post of Director to Joint Secretary for a period of two years.
  18. More Ashish Madhaorao (IAS:2005:AGMUT) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Financial Services for a tenure of five years in place of Mukesh Kumar Bansal (IAS: 2005: CG).
  19. Anshul Mishra (IAS:2004:TN) has been appointed as Additional Director (Administration) (JS level), AlIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences), Delhi, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare for a tenure of five years. He will replace Karan Singh (IRTS: 1999).
  20. Umesh Balonda (IRSSE:1997) has been appointed as Secretary, NCAHP (National Commission for Allied & Healthcare Profession), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare for a tenure of five years vice Arvind Kumar (CSS).
  21. Smita Srivastava (IRSEE:1997) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Higher Education for a combined tenure of seven years upto 29.07.2025 by temporarily upgrading the post held by the officer from Director level to Joint Secretary level.
  22. S Rakesh Kumar (IFoS:2003:AGMUT) has been appointed as Advisor (JS level), NDMA (National Disaster Management Authority), Ministry of Home Affairs for a tenure of five years vice Vinod Kotwal (IP&TA&FS: 1994).
  23. Vinay Kumar Singh (IRS-C&IT:1997) has been appointed as Financial Advisor (JS level), BSF (Border Security Force), Ministry of Home Affairs for a combined tenure of seven years i.e. up to 16.12.2027. He will replace Sanjay Upreti (IRAS: 1990).
  24. Saidingpuii Chhakchhuak (IAS:2008:GJ) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, NHRC (National Human Rights Commission), Ministry of Home Affairs for a tenure of five years. She will replace Devendra Kumar Nim (IP&TA&FS: 1993).
  25. Krishna Kumar Nirala (IAS:2005:GJ) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting for a tenure of five years vice Sanjiv Shankar (IRS IT: 1993).
  26. Ashutosh A T Pednekar (IAS:2002:RJ) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Ministry of Labour & Employment for a tenure of five years. He will replace Rupesh Kumar Thakur (IAS:2006:AGMUT)
  27. Milind Dharmao Ramteke (IAS:2009:TR) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises for a combined tenure up to 07.01.2026 by temporarily upgrading the post of Director to Joint Secretary.
  28. Bagadi Gautham (IAS:2009:KN) has been appointed as Professor (Public Administration), (JS level), LBSNAA, Department of Personnel & Training for an overall tenure of five years up to 25.05.2028 against a vacant post of Professor of Public Administration (Non-CSS post at JS level) in LBSNAA.
  29. Pemba shering Bhutia (CSS) has been appointed as Additional Secretary (JS level), CIC (Central Information Commission), Department of Personnel & Training for a tenure up to the date of his Superannuation on 31.03.2028. He succeeds Roop Avtar Kaur (IFoS:2000: JK)
  30. Sai Ahlladini Panda (IA&AS:2000) has been appointed as Member Secretary (JS level), NPPA (National Pharmaceuticals Pricing Authority), Department of Pharmaceuticals for a tenure of five years vice Vinod Kotwal (IP&TA&FS: 1994).
  31. Nidhi Kesarwani (IAS:2004:MN) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade for a tenure of five years i.e. up to 20.05.2026. She replaces E Srinivas (IRSSE:1995).
  32. Rajesh Malik (IRSME:1994) has been appointed as CEO (JS level), NHLML (National Highway Logistics Management Limited), Ministry of Road Transport & Highways for an overall tenure of five years up to 05.02.2029.
  33. Swarnashree Rao Rajashekar (IDAS:1997) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Space for a tenure of five years vice Subramanyam Manchikanti (IRS C&IT:1990).
  34. Vineel Krishna Ravella (IAS:2005:OD) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Sports for a tenure of five years.
  35. Parveen Kumar Thind (IAS:2007:PB) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment for an overall tenure of five years up to 01.03.2027 by temporarily upgrading the post of Director to Joint Secretary for a period of two years.
  36. Latha Ganapathy (IAS:2007:TN) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment for an overall tenure of five years up to 02.10.2027. She will replace Amit Kumar Ghosh (IAS: 1994: UP).
  37. Supreet Singh Gulati (IAS:2008:GJ) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation for a tenure of five years vice Tanweer Qamar Mohammad (IPoS:1994).
  38. Daya Nidhan Pandey (IAS:2006:BH) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Ministry of Steel for a tenure of five years vice Sanjay Roy (lInfoS: 1997).
  39. Sunil Kumar Ranjan (CSS) has been appointed as Deputy Director General (JS level), Department of Telecommunications for a tenure of five years. He succeeds Balachandra Subramoney lyer (IRPS: 1994).
  40. Gaurav Masaldan (IRS-C&IT: 1998) has been appointed as Joint Secretary & FA, Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation for a tenure of five years i.e. up to 28.05.2028 vice Richa Misra (IDAS:1996).
  41. Radhika Chakravarthy B (IPoS:1996) has been appointed as Joint Secretary, NCW (National Commission for Women), Ministry of Women & Child Development for a combined tenure of seven years upto 21.08.2026 vice A Asholi Chalai (CSS).

Is UP DGP Prashant Kumar set for a service extension?

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Prashant Kumar DGP

Is Uttar Pradesh DGP Prashant Kumar (IPS:1990:UP) getting a service extension? An official memorandum has sparked intense speculation in the state’s administrative and police circles. As per the memo, a farewell ceremony for IPS officers retiring on May 31 is scheduled for Thursday at 1:30 PM at the Amar Shaheed Bhagat Singh Lounge in the Signature Building, Gomti Nagar Extension.

The memo lists five officers due for retirement: PV Ramasastry (IPS:1989:UP), DG, Prisons Administration and Reform Services; Sanjay M Tarde (IPS:1990:UP), DG, Telecommunication; Kiran Yadav (IPS-SPS:2010), DIG, Women and Child Security; Arvind Chaturvedi (IPS-SPS:2011), DIG, Vigilance Establishment; and Tej Swaroop Singh (IPS-SPS:2011), DIG, Personnel, DGP Office.

One omission from the list has caught widespread attention—DGP Prashant Kumar. Since he too is scheduled to retire on May 31, his absence from the farewell ceremony has raised eyebrows and sparked speculation about a possible service extension.

In a system where protocol is rarely violated and paperwork seldom errs at this level, such an omission is not being viewed as accidental.

No formal announcement has yet been made, but the missing name in the farewell memo has already turned into an administrative talking point—perhaps a quiet signal of something soon to unfold.

Himachal Pradesh: Race heats up for next DGP post; Shayam Bhagat Negi, Ashok Tiwari are top contenders

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Indian Police Service

As the Himachal Pradesh government sent DGP Atul Verma (IPS:1991:HP) on leave just days ahead of his scheduled retirement on May 31, the additional charge of the post has been handed over to Ashok Tiwari (IPS:1993:HP), who currently serves as Director General of State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau.

While discussions on Verma’s successor had been underway for some time, his sudden departure has accelerated speculation around the next full-time appointee. Though Tiwari has taken over in an interim capacity, sources indicate that the Home Department has already prepared a list of eligible Director General-rank officers and sent it to the state government. The state is expected to forward a panel to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), which will then send back a shortlist from which the DGP will be selected.

According to sources, three names are being seriously considered: Shayam Bhagat Negi (IPS:1990:HP), Ashok Tiwari (IPS:1993:HP), and Rakesh Aggarwal (IPS:1994:HP). The race is believed to be mainly between Negi and Tiwari, with the former reportedly holding an edge. Negi is due to retire on March 31, 2026, while Tiwari’s retirement is slated for June 30, 2029.

Negi is currently on central deputation as Additional Secretary in the Cabinet Secretariat, whereas Aggarwal serves as Additional Director in the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Despite their central postings, both remain viable contenders.

In terms of seniority, Negi ranks third among HP-cadre IPS officers. The top two — Tapan Kumar Deka (IPS:1988:HP), recently granted a one-year extension as IB Chief, and Sanjiv Ranjan Ojha (IPS:1989:HP), DG of Prisons & Correctional Services who retires on May 31 — are not in the running.

With the final decision now hinging on the UPSC’s response and state-level deliberations, the next few weeks are expected to be crucial in determining who will lead the state police force.

PESB invites applications for EIL CMD Post

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The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) on Wednesday (May 28, 2025) kickstarted the selection process for the post of Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) at Engineers India Limited (EIL) by inviting applications through an official advertisement. The appointment will be for a period of five years from the date of joining or up to the date of superannuation or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

As per the notification, eligible and experienced candidates can apply until June 24, 2025. The applicant should possess cumulative experience or exposure for at least five years during the last ten years in Finance, Business Development, Production, Operations, Marketing, or Project Management in a large organization of repute. Experience in the petroleum or petrochemical industry is desirable.

Current EIL CMD Vartika Shukla has been serving in the post since August 2021 and is scheduled to retire on February 28, 2026.

PESB invites applications for CCL Director (Technical)

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Central Coalfields Limited

The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) on Wednesday (May 28, 2025) officially kickstarted the selection process for the post of Director (Technical) at Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) by releasing an advertisement inviting applications.

As per the notification, eligible and experienced candidates can apply until June 24, 2025. Applicants must be qualified Mining Engineers and possess a 1st class certificate of competency under the Indian Mines Act. They should also have at least five years of cumulative experience or exposure, during the last ten years, in mining operations or mine planning at a senior management level in a reputed organization.

NHPC CMD interview set for June 11: Sources

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NHPC Limited

According to sources, the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has shortlisted 11 candidates for the interview for the post of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) Limited. The interview is scheduled to be held on June 11, 2025, as the selection process reaches its final stage.

The PESB had advertised the post on March 3, 2025, inviting applications from eligible candidates by April 1. Over two dozen aspirants, including several serving CMDs from other Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), applied for the post. Out of this pool, 11 candidates have been called for the final round.

The current CMD of NHPC, Raj Kumar Chaudhary, is scheduled to retire on June 30, 2025. He was appointed to the post on August 6, 2024.

Major Reshuffle in Delhi Police; 24 IPS & 14 DANIPS Officers Transferred

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Delhi Police

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday (28.05.2025) ordered a major reshuffle in the Delhi Police, transferring and posting a total of 38 officers. The list includes 24 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers and 14 officers from the Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Police Service (DANIPS).

Mrinal Chawla appointed as Dy Secretary in D/o Chemicals & Petrochemicals

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IA&AS officer Mrinal Chawla (IA&AS:2014), who was recommended for central deputation by the Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, has been selected for appointment as as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Delhi, for four years. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Wednesday (28.05.2025), the competent authority has approved the appointment of Mr Chawla to the post under the Central Staffing Scheme for a period of four years from the date of taking over charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

IAS Bhagwati Prasad Kalal appointed Director in D/o School Education

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Bhagwati Prasad Kalal IAS

IAS officer Bhagwati Prasad Kalal (IAS:2011:RJ) has been appointed as Director in the Department of School Education & Literacy, Delhi, for five years. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Wednesday (28.05.2025), the competent authority has approved the appointment of Mr. Kalal to the post under the Central Staffing Scheme for a period of five years from the date of taking over charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

IPS Shalini Agnihotri appointed Dy Secretary in D/o School Education

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Shalini Agnihotri IPS

IPS officer Shalini Agnihotri (IPS:2012:HP), who was recommended for central deputation by the Ministry of Home Affairs, has been selected for appointment as Deputy Secretary in the Department of School Education & Literacy, Delhi, for four years. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Wednesday (28.05.2025), the competent authority has approved the appointment of Ms Agnihotri to the post under the Central Staffing Scheme for a period of four years from the date of taking over charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

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