The state of Kerala may soon get to see a new Chief Secretary. The incumbent, Tom Jose (IAS:1984:KL) is set to hang up his boots on May 31, and according to all indications, he is likely to be replaced by Vishwas Mehta (IAS:1985:KL). Mehta is currently Additional Chief Secretary Home, and is leading the state’s fight back against the outbreak of the dreaded COVOD-19.
The final decision on the successor of Jose is yet to be taken. According to sources, Jose may be considered for the post of CEO of the Rebuild Kerala Initiative (RKI).