Major IAS Transfers in Madhya Pradesh: 15 Senior Officials Reassigned
The Madhya Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, has issued transfer orders for 15 senior IAS officers. The reshuffle involves changes in key positions, including secretaries, deputy secretaries, and commissioners across various departments.
Key Transfers and New Appointments
K.C. Gupta: Removed from the post of Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works Department (PWD), and reassigned as Additional Chief Secretary to the Governor. Until a new appointment is made, Neeraj Mandloi will hold additional charge of the PWD. Notably, Gupta was transferred just five months after his initial posting.
Arun Kumar Parmar: Appointed as Deputy Secretary to the Chief Minister. Previously, he served as Additional Commissioner in the Rewa Division.
Sunil Dubey: Assigned as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the District Panchayat, Bhind. Ashish Tiwari: Appointed Deputy Secretary in the Chief Secretary's Office. Earlier, he held the position of Deputy Secretary in the Water Resources Department.
Mayank Agarwal: Designated as Managing Director of Madhya Pradesh Public Health Services Corporation Limited.
Neetu Mathur: Posted as Additional Commissioner, Rewa Division.
Departmental Appointments
Mukesh Chandra Gupta: Secretary, Human Rights Commission.
Jagdish Kumar Gome: Deputy Director, Health Services.
Significance of the Changes
The reshuffle reflects the government’s intent to streamline administrative efficiency and prioritize certain departments. With pivotal roles like the Chief Minister’s Deputy Secretary and positions in the Public Health and Revenue sectors being reassigned, the government is focusing on aligning resources with its development goals.
This transfer exercise is part of the ongoing administrative reforms under the Mohan-led government, aimed at better governance and improved service delivery across the state.