In a significant reshuffle, the Uttar Pradesh government has transferred 33 IAS officers and three IPS officers, including district magistrates from 11 districts. This strategic move, announced on Tuesday, is aimed at strengthening the state’s administrative framework.
Key Changes in the IAS Cadre
The reshuffle includes several high-profile transfers of district magistrates and other top officials. Among the major changes:
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Shishir, Director Information, has been appointed as the Special Secretary for MSME, Export Promotion, and CEO of the Khadi Board.
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Kaushal Raj Sharma, previously the Divisional Commissioner of Varanasi, will now serve as the Secretary to the Chief Minister.
New District Magistrates and Other Key Appointments
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Vishal Singh, District Magistrate of Bhadohi, will take over as the Director of Information and Culture.
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S. Rajlingam, the District Magistrate of Varanasi, has been transferred to the post of Divisional Commissioner, Varanasi.
The reshuffle also includes district magistrates from multiple districts, with significant administrative updates:
| District | New Appointment |
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| Bhadohi | Vishal Singh – Director, Information and Culture |
| Hapur | Abhishek Pandey – District Magistrate |
| Azamgarh | Ravindra Kumar – District Magistrate |
| Bareilly | Avinash Singh – District Magistrate |
| Ambedkarnagar | Anupam Shukla – District Magistrate |
| Jhansi | Avinash Kumar – District Magistrate |
Other notable transfers include:
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L Venkateshwarlu has been relieved of his charge as Principal Secretary of Transport. He will now oversee the Social Welfare and Military Welfare departments and serve as Chairman of the Uttar Pradesh Academy of Administration and Management.
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Amit Gupta has been appointed as the Principal Secretary of Transport, in addition to overseeing Stamp and Registration.
IPS Changes
The reshuffle also impacted key IPS officers, including:
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DK Thakur has been appointed as the Additional Director General (ADG) of the Special Security Force (SSF) in Lucknow.
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Bhanu Bhaskar has been made the ADG of Meerut Zone.
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Dr. Sanjeev Gupta will now serve as the ADG of Prayagraj Zone.
Additionally, 24 Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) have been transferred as part of the broader changes.
FAQs
1. Why was this administrative reshuffle carried out?
The reshuffle aims to strengthen the administrative efficiency of Uttar Pradesh by placing experienced officials in key roles to improve governance and the delivery of public services.
2. Who is the new Secretary to the Chief Minister?
Kaushal Raj Sharma, formerly the Divisional Commissioner of Varanasi, has been appointed as the new Secretary to the Chief Minister.
3. Which districts saw major changes in their District Magistrates?
Major changes were made in the districts of Bhadohi, Hapur, Azamgarh, Bareilly, Ambedkarnagar, and Jhansi, with new appointees taking charge of these districts.
4. How many IPS officers were transferred?
A total of three IPS officers were transferred, with new appointments in key zones such as Lucknow, Meerut, and Prayagraj.
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