NN Tripathi (IPS:2009:WB) has been appointed as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) for a period of five years. According to an order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday (12.02.2025), the competent authority has approved the appointment of Mr. Tripathi to the post on deputation basis for a period of five years from the date of assumption of the charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
IPS Annappa E appointed DIG in CRPF
Annappa E (IPS:2005:WB) has been appointed as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) for a period of five years. According to an order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday (12.02.2025), the competent authority has approved the appointment of Mr. Annappa to the post on deputation basis for a period of five years from the date of assumption of the charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
IPS Awadhesh Pathak appointed DIG in CRPF
Awadhesh Pathak (IPS:2009:WB) has been appointed as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) for a period of five years. According to an order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday (12.02.2025), the competent authority has approved the appointment of Mr. Pathak to the post on deputation basis for a period of five years from the date of assumption of the charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Odisha govt appoints 16 IAS officers as secretaries-in-charge of Aspirational Districts
In order to bring the Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) and Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP) of NITI Aayog to fruition, the Odisha
government has named 16 senior IAS officers as secretaries in charge of 16 aspirational districts of the state. According to the notification issued by the Planning and Convergence department, these senior officers are tasked with reviewing the progress of the schemes undertaken in these districts under ADP and ABP.
While G Mathivathanan (IAS:1994:OR), Director General of Gopabandhu Academy of Administration, has been given the charge of Balangir district, Additional Chief Secretary of the Industries department Hemant Sharma (IAS:1995:OR) has been given charge of Sambalpur. Sharma was the secretary in-charge for Keonjhar district.
Similarly, Sanjay Kumar Singh (IAS:1997:OR), Saswat Mishra (IAS:1996:OR), Suresh Kumar Vashisth (IAS:1998:OR) and Shubha Sarma (IAS:1999:OR), all in the rank of Principal Secretary, have been assigned Nayagarh, Dhenkanal, Mayurbhanj and Malkangiri districts respectively.
Six secretary-rank officers, namely R Santhanagopalan (IAS:2001:OR), Girish S N (IAS:2002:OR), Awasthy S (IAS:2003:OR), Rajesh Pravakar Patil (IAS:2005:OR), Aravind Agrawal (IAS:2007:OR) and Balwant Singh (IAS:2007:OR) will be in charge of Kandhamal, Kalahandi, Gajapati, Koraput, Rayagada and Keonjhar districts.
Besides, Director of Industries D Prasanth K Reddy (IAS:2009:OR) has been given the charge of Nuapada while Director, Odia Language, Literature and Culture Bijay Ketan Upadhyay (IAS:2009:OR) will look after Nabarangpur district. Meanwhile, Managing Director, OMC, Sudhansu Mohan Samal (IAS:2010:OR) been given the charge of Bargarh district.
This is the modification of earlier notification issued by the department in October 9, 2024. The state government had appointed one senior IAS officer in each of the 30 districts in February to supervise the implementation of all welfare measures. Now, these officers will specifically review progress under ADP and ABP. The state has 29 aspirational blocks.
Delhi Power Corridors Abuzz: Is something big in store for former CS Naresh Kumar?
With the BJP’s victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, the political and administrative landscape has undergone a significant shift. New developments are expected to ensure the smooth functioning of the Delhi government.
Amidst this transition, speculation is rife in power corridors about a potential role for former Delhi Chief Secretary Naresh Kumar (Retd.IAS:1987:AGMUT). Given his vast experience and deep understanding of the city’s administration, he is likely to be entrusted with an important assignment. However, in what capacity remains uncertain, fueling various theories and discussions.
Yogeshwar Sangwan appointed Ambassador of India to Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Senior diplomat Yogeshwar Sangwan (IFS: 1994) has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Presently, he is serving as Ambassador of India to the Republic of Paraguay and is expected to take up the assignment shortly.
In a statement, the MEA said,” Shri Yogeshwar Sangwan (IFS: 1994), presently Ambassador of India to the Republic of Paraguay, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic.”
“He is expected to take up the assignment shortly,” the statement added.
Anil Nautiyal appointed Ambassador of India to South Sudan
Anil Nautiyal (YOA: 2004) has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of South Sudan. Presently, he is serving as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs and is expected to take up the assignment shortly.
In a statement, the MEA said, “ Shri Anil Nautiyal (YOA: 2004),presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of South Sudan.”
“He is expected to take up the assignment shortly,” the statement added.
Vinay Bansal appointed Financial Advisor in NCLT
Vinay Bansal (IRAS:2011), who was recommended for central deputation by the Ministry of Railways, has been selected for appointment as Financial Advisor in National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) for five years. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Tuesday (11.02.2025), Mr. Bansal will serve in 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.
Cabinet Secretariat Director Deepak Mathews repatriated to parent cadre
Deepak Mathews (IA&AS:2009), currently serving as Director in the Cabinet Secretariat, has been prematurely repatriated to his parent cadre. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Tuesday (11.02.2025), the competent authority has approved the proposal to repatriate Mr Mathews to his parent cadre to avail the benefits of promotion.
Sandeep Rawaji Rathod appointed Director in Department of Sports
Sandeep Rawaji Rathod (IAS:2009:TR) has been appointed as Director in the Department of Sports, Delhi, for five years. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Tuesday (11.02.2025), the competent authority has approved the appointment of Mr. Rathod 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.
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