The Centre has extended the tenure of Maharashtra Chief Secretary Rajesh Kumar Meena (IAS:1988:MH) by three months. Meena, who was due to retire on August 31, 2025, will now remain in office until November 30, 2025, following an order issued on August 29.
According to officials, the extension has been granted primarily to ensure continuity in two critical areas — the upcoming local body elections scheduled through October and November, and the implementation of the state government’s ambitious 150-day programme aimed at grassroots-level administrative and procedural reforms.
Meena took charge as Chief Secretary on July 1, 2025, succeeding Sujata Saunik (IAS:1987:MH) upon her retirement. His short yet impactful tenure has focused on streamlining governance and pushing reform-oriented initiatives. The latest extension allows him to oversee crucial electoral and administrative transitions before demitting office in November.
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