DPIIT Secretary passed away due to Corona
- Indian Masterminds Bureau
- Published on 19 Jun 2021, 4:13 pm IST
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A 1986 batch officer of Gujarat carde, Mohapatra took over DPIIT in 2019. He played key role in formulating the production linked incentive schemes. He had also served at Airports Authority of India.
- Guruprasad Mohapatra
Senior IAS officer serving as the secretary in the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Guruprasad Mohapatra passed away on Friday. He was being admitted in AIIMS, New Delhi for covid-related complications.
Various senior officials, ministers including Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shown their grief on the demise of repotted officer. Saddened by the demise of Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, DPIIT Secretary. I had worked with him extensively in Gujarat and at the Centre. He had a great understanding of administrative issues and was known for his innovative zeal. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti.Related Stories
A 1986 batch officer of Gujarat carde, Mohapatra took over DPIIT in 2019. He played key role in formulating the production linked incentive schemes. He had also served at Airports Authority of India.
Whereas in his state cadre Gujarat, he was instrumental in developing several urban projects like the Sabarmati riverfront, Bus rapid transit system, Kankaria lakefront and heritage promotion. He also served as the Transport Commissioner and Commissioner, Commercial Taxes in Gujarat.
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