Onkar Gopal Marathe (DANICS:2008) will continue his deputation as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister for Education and Skill Development, beyond the original date of October 17, 2023. This extension was confirmed through a Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) order issued on Saturday, August 12, 2023.
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has given its approval for the proposal to extend Mr. Marathe’s deputation tenure as OSD in the Ministry of Education. This extension will be co-terminus with the Minister’s duration or until he concludes his role as OSD to the Minister, or until further orders, whichever occurs earlier.