Odisha has carried out a fresh round of IPS-level postings, bringing key changes to its security leadership. Sanjeeb Panda has been named Additional Director General (ADG) for Anti-Naxal Operations and the Special Intelligence Wing, placing him at the forefront of the state’s internal security strategy. Anup Kumar Sahoo will now lead the Biju Patnaik State […]
New appointments in Odisha’s key departments
In a significant administrative reshuffle, several senior officers have been appointed to new positions across Odisha, particularly in the culturally significant district of Puri. IPS officer Pinak Mishra has been appointed as the Superintendent of Police (SP), Puri. Known for his effective policing, Mishra’s new role comes at a time when the district continues to […]
Odisha reshuffles three senior IPS officers
In a significant administrative reshuffle in Odisha Police, three senior IPS officers have been reassigned. Susanta Kumar Nath has been appointed as Director General of Prisons & Correctional Services, while Dayal Gangwar takes on the role of Additional DG, Communication. Prateek Mohanty steps into his new position as Additional Director General of Police (Headquarters). These […]
SCS officers promoted to IAS cadre in Odisha, posted as Joint Secretaries
The Government of Odisha has reassigned responsibilities to officers recently elevated from the State Civil Service to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) cadre. Notable officers, including Dharam Hansdah, Rina Mohapatra, Lily Kumari Kullu, Aradhana Das, and Narahari Sethy, among others, have been appointed as Joint Secretaries in various departments where they previously served as Special […]
Odisha government appoints newly promoted IAS officers as Joint Secretaries
The Odisha government has allocated new roles to officers recently promoted to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) from the State Civil Service. These newly inducted IAS officers, such as Dharam Hansdah, Rina Mohapatra, Lily Kumari Kullu, Aradhana Das, Narahari Sethy, and several others, have been designated as Joint Secretaries in various departments where they previously […]
15 Odisha SCS officers promoted to IAS
Fifteen officers from Odisha’s State Civil Service (SCS) have been promoted to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) under the Select List of 2023. The officers awarded the Odisha cadre include Dharam Hansdah, Rina Mohapatra, Niyati Pattnaik, Dr. Maheshwar Swain, Mrunal Kanti Das, Srikanta Tarai, Birendra Korkora, Laxman Kumar Mallik, Upama Kalo, Lily Kumari Kullu, Kabindra […]
Odisha IPS officers undergo major reshuffle
The Odisha government has implemented a significant reshuffling of IPS officers, leading to key transfers and new appointments across various departments. The move aims to enhance administrative efficiency by placing experienced officers in strategic positions. Jagmohan Meena has been appointed as DCP, Bhubaneswar, while Khilari Rishikesh Gyandev will now serve as DCP, Cuttack. S M […]