The central deputation tenure of Usha Padhee has been extended for a period of three months. A 1996 batch officer of Odisha cadre, Ms. Padhee is presently posted as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Civil Aviation . An order was issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on 16th June related to her extension. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the proposal to extend the deputation tenure of Ms. Padhee for a period of three months beyond 16.07.2022.