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Centre Yet to Decide on Extension for UP Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh as Retirement Nears- Details Inside

Centre yet to decide on UP Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh’s tenure extension as retirement nears, sparking speculation over possible successors.
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Lucknow/New Delhi: With just days remaining before Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh (IAS:1988:UP) is set to retire on July 31, the Centre has yet to take a final decision on the state government’s request for extending his tenure. The delay has sparked speculation and uncertainty in bureaucratic and political circles.

UP Government Seeks Extension, Centre Remains Silent

Nearly two weeks ago, the UP government formally proposed an extension for Singh beyond his superannuation date, highlighting his pivotal role in steering the state’s administrative and investment initiatives. However, no official response has come from the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions or other relevant authorities.

Read Also: Race for UP Chief Secy Heats Up: Will IAS Manoj Kumar Singh Stay? Centre Yet to Decide on Extension – Full Details Inside

Precedent of Former DGP Prashant Kumar’s Retirement Adds to Uncertainty

The ongoing silence recalls the recent case of former Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Prashant Kumar (IPS:1990:UP), who retired on May 31 without an extension despite the state government’s recommendation. This precedent has intensified apprehensions regarding Singh’s future.

Possibility of Last-Minute Approval Still Open

Insiders caution that the Centre could still approve a last-minute extension, a move not uncommon in high-stakes bureaucratic appointments. Manoj Kumar Singh’s instrumental contributions to the state’s governance and development agenda may influence such a decision.

Potential Successors Await Centre’s Decision

If the extension is declined, focus will quickly shift to identifying the next Chief Secretary. Names currently being discussed include:

  • Shashi Prakash Goyal (IAS:1989:UP), Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister
  • Devesh Chaturvedi (IAS:1989:UP), Union Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
  • Deepak Kumar (IAS:1990:UP), Additional Chief Secretary (Finance) and Agriculture Production Commissioner

All three officers are seasoned administrators with substantial experience, making them strong candidates to lead the state bureaucracy.

Read Also: Fresh Round of PCS Transfers in Uttar Pradesh Within 24 Hours: ADM, SDM-Level Officers Shifted; Gaurav Srivastava Made Deputy Secry, UPPSC

Awaiting Centre’s Move as Deadline Approaches

As the July 31 deadline looms, the Centre’s decision remains eagerly awaited, with significant implications for Uttar Pradesh’s administrative leadership and policy continuity.


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