New Delhi: In a significant move to strengthen the administrative framework, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has empanelled more than half a dozen officers from diverse services, batches, and cadres to hold key Secretary and Secretary Equivalent level positions in the Government of India.
The list of empanelled officers includes:
Secretary/Secretary Equivalent Appointments:
- Meenakshi Negi (IFoS: 1989: KN) – An experienced Indian Forest Service officer, Negi has been empanelled for Secretary-level posts.
- Anand Mohan Bajaj (IA&AS: 1990) – A senior officer from the Indian Audit and Accounts Service, Bajaj’s empanelment for Secretary positions marks an important milestone in his career.
- Trishaljit Sethi (IPoS: 1990) – An Indian Postal Service officer, Sethi has been selected for Secretary-level responsibilities.
- Sanjay Prasad (IRS IT: 1990) – A senior officer from the Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax), Prasad has been empanelled to take on senior administrative roles.
- Praveen Vashista (IPS: 1991: BH) – An Indian Police Service officer, Vashista’s appointment at the Secretary Equivalent level is a recognition of his leadership capabilities.
- L Satya Srinivas (IRS C&IT: 1991) – A senior officer from the Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Indirect Taxes), Srinivas has been selected for top administrative posts.
Secretary Equivalent Appointment:
- Arti Bhatnagar (IDAS: 1990) – An officer from the Indian Defence Accounts Service, Bhatnagar has been empanelled at the Secretary Equivalent level, reflecting her valuable contributions to the government.
This move comes as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure effective governance through the selection of capable and experienced officers. The empanelled officers are expected to play a vital role in the efficient functioning of key ministries and departments.
