The Central government has granted its approval to the Punjab government’s proposal concerning the overseas assignment of Dr. Adapa Karthik (IAS:2008:PB) in the capacity of Regional Adviser, Digital Health (P-5) at the World Health Organization (WHO), South-East Asia Regional Office (SEARO) in New Delhi. This consent from the central government authorizes her to assume this role for a duration of two years. According to an official order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Monday, October 23, 2023, this sanction is provided in accordance with rule 6 (2) (ii) of the IAS (Cadre) Rules, 1954. The approved tenure is for a period of two years, commencing from the date of assuming the assignment, or until further directives are issued, whichever occurs earlier.
