Mumbai: The Government of Maharashtra has transferred four Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers in a fresh bureaucratic reshuffle, with senior officer Tukaram Mundhe being appointed as Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The latest posting marks Mundhe’s 25th transfer in his 21-year administrative career and his second transfer in less than two months, underscoring the remarkable frequency of his postings over the years.
Tukaram Mundhe Gets 25th Posting in 21-Year Career
A 2005-batch IAS officer, Tukaram Mundhe is widely known for his strict administrative style, anti-corruption stance, and uncompromising adherence to rules. Often referred to as the “Singham” of Maharashtra’s bureaucracy, he has earned a reputation for taking tough decisions in public office.
In April 2026, Mundhe was transferred as Secretary of the Disability Welfare Department and was also appointed Principal Secretary in the Disaster Management, Relief and Rehabilitation Department headed by Minister Girish Mahajan.
However, before he could assume charge, the transfer order was put on hold, leaving him without a posting for nearly a month. His appointment as FDA Commissioner now formally assigns him to a new role, though some officials reportedly view the posting as a setback considering his seniority.
Kanhuraj Bagate Appointed MD of Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation
Kanhuraj Bagate has been appointed Managing Director of the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL).
He succeeds Ashwini Bhide, who was recently appointed as the Municipal Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai.
Shridhar Dube Shifted to Slum Rehabilitation Authority
Shridhar Dube, who had been serving as FDA Commissioner since February 2026, has been transferred and posted as Chief Executive Officer of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Slum Rehabilitation Authority.
Before his FDA posting, Dube served as Managing Director of the Maharashtra State Cooperative Marketing Federation.
R S Chavan Named MD of Haffkine Bio-Pharmaceutical Corporation
R S Chavan has been appointed Managing Director of the Haffkine Bio-Pharmaceutical Corporation.
Additional Charge to Sanjay Khandare
Sanjay Khandare, currently Additional Chief Secretary (Tourism), has been given additional charge as Additional Chief Secretary of the Food and Drug Administration, replacing Dhiraj Kumar.
Key Bureaucratic Reshuffle in Maharashtra
The latest reshuffle highlights significant changes in Maharashtra’s administrative setup, particularly in departments linked to public health, urban infrastructure, and rehabilitation.
Tukaram Mundhe’s return to an active assignment is likely to draw considerable public attention, given his high-profile career and reputation as one of the state’s most prominent and outspoken bureaucrats.
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