Chandigarh: The Haryana Government on Thursday entrusted Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi with the additional charge of Chief Commissioner, Haryana Right to Service Commission, further expanding the responsibilities of one of the state’s most senior bureaucrats.
According to an official government order issued on June 4, 2026, Rastogi will assume the additional charge with immediate effect and continue to discharge the duties and responsibilities of the post until further orders.
The appointment places the state’s top civil servant at the helm of a key statutory body responsible for ensuring time-bound delivery of public services and enhancing accountability in governance.
Government Issues Orders with Immediate Effect
The Haryana Government announced that Anurag Rastogi, who is currently serving as the Chief Secretary of Haryana, will hold the additional charge of Chief Commissioner of the Haryana Right to Service Commission.
The arrangement has been made with immediate effect and will remain in force until the government issues further directions.
The move comes at a time when the Commission continues to play a crucial role in ensuring that citizens receive government services within prescribed timelines.
What Does the Haryana Right to Service Commission Do?
The Haryana Right to Service Commission is a statutory institution established to ensure transparency, accountability and efficiency in public service delivery.
The Commission monitors whether government departments and public authorities provide notified services within the time limits prescribed under the law.
As the head of the Commission, the Chief Commissioner exercises significant quasi-judicial powers and serves as the highest authority for hearing appeals filed by citizens against delayed or denied services.
The Commission is empowered to:
- Hear appeals related to delays in public services.
- Summon government officials during proceedings.
- Fix accountability for service delivery failures.
- Impose financial penalties on negligent officials.
- Recommend administrative reforms.
- Promote technology-driven governance initiatives.
Apart from addressing individual grievances, the Commission plays an important role in reducing bureaucratic delays and improving citizen-centric governance across Haryana.
Who Is IAS Officer Anurag Rastogi?
Anurag Rastogi is a 1990-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Haryana cadre and currently serves as the Chief Secretary of Haryana.
Widely regarded for his expertise in financial management and public administration, Rastogi holds a unique place in Haryana’s bureaucratic history as the first IAS officer in the state to serve as Chief Secretary on two separate occasions.
Personal Background
- Date of Birth: June 21, 1965
- Hometown: Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh
- Cadre: Haryana
- Recruitment: Direct Recruit through the UPSC Civil Services Examination
Educational Qualifications
Rastogi possesses a strong technical and academic background.
He holds:
- Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Fluid Mechanics
- Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Mechanical Engineering
His educational foundation has contributed significantly to his reputation as a detail-oriented administrator and policy strategist.
Distinguished Career Spanning More Than Three Decades
Over a career exceeding 35 years, Anurag Rastogi has held 23 different official assignments across Haryana and developed deep expertise in finance, land revenue and water resources administration.
Early Administrative Career
Rastogi began his field administration journey as Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM), Narnaul, on August 17, 1992.
He subsequently served in several important district-level positions, including:
- Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC)
- Deputy Commissioner (DC), Panipat
- Deputy Commissioner (DC), Hisar
These assignments provided him with extensive experience in district administration and public service delivery.
Key Secretariat Assignments
Over the years, he rose through the ranks, serving as Director, Joint Secretary, Principal Secretary and Additional Chief Secretary across various departments.
One of his most notable tenures was in the Excise and Taxation Department, where he served as Principal Secretary for more than nine years, making it his longest continuous posting.
Additional Chief Secretary and Finance Leadership
Between 2021 and 2024, Rastogi served as Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) and played a pivotal role in shaping state financial policies.
During this period, he handled major portfolios including:
- Finance and Planning Department
- Excise and Taxation Department
- Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department
His stewardship of Haryana’s finances earned him recognition as one of the state’s most influential administrators.
Significance of the Additional Charge
With the additional responsibility of the Haryana Right to Service Commission, Rastogi will now oversee a critical institution that directly impacts citizens’ interactions with government departments.
The appointment is expected to strengthen the Commission’s efforts to improve service delivery standards, enforce accountability and accelerate administrative reforms.
Given his extensive experience in governance, financial administration and policy implementation, officials believe Rastogi’s leadership could further enhance the Commission’s role in promoting transparency and efficient public service delivery across Haryana.
The latest assignment adds another significant responsibility to the portfolio of Haryana’s senior-most bureaucrat, reinforcing his central role in the state’s administrative framework.
