New Delhi: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet on Tuesday approved a series of important service matters involving senior IAS officers, including additional charge of CEO of MyGov to Ajit Kumar, extension of central deputation for Nidhi Kesarwani, and premature repatriation of Ashutosh Niranjan to his parent cadre.
Ajit Kumar Takes Over Additional Charge of MyGov CEO
Ajit Kumar (IAS:2006:KL), currently serving as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has been entrusted with additional charge of Chief Executive Officer, MyGov.
According to the Department of Personnel and Training order, he will hold the additional responsibility for six months with effect from November 24, 2025, or until appointment of a regular incumbent, whichever is earlier.
The assignment has been approved on the proposal of MeitY.
Nand Kumarum’s Earlier Charge Gets Ex-Post Facto Approval
Before Ajit Kumar, the additional charge of CEO, MyGov was held by Nand Kumarum (IAS:2008:MP), President and CEO of the National e-Governance Division.
The ACC has granted ex-post facto approval for his holding of the post from July 9, 2025 to November 23, 2025.
With this, Kumarum’s temporary tenure in the additional role has formally concluded.
Nidhi Kesarwani Gets Two-Year Extension in DPIIT
Nidhi Kesarwani (IAS:2004:MN), Joint Secretary in the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, has been granted a two-year extension in central deputation beyond June 3, 2026.
The order states she will continue for two more years or until further orders.
Serving at Centre Since 2021
Kesarwani came on central deputation in June 2021.
She initially joined as Deputy Director at the National Institute of Health and Family Welfare and has been serving as Joint Secretary in DPIIT since May 2025.
Her original five-year deputation tenure was due to conclude in June 2026.
Ashutosh Niranjan Sent Back to UP Cadre
Separately, Ashutosh Niranjan (IAS:2010:UP), serving as Private Secretary to Union Minister Virendra Kumar, has been prematurely repatriated to his parent cadre.
The repatriation has been approved to enable him to avail cadre promotion benefits.
Administrative Significance
The three decisions together reflect continuity in:
• Digital governance and citizen outreach
• Industrial policy administration
• Cadre-based promotion management
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