New Delhi: In a key administrative appointment, IAS officer Prashant Kumar Mishra (IAS:2014:KN) has been appointed as the Private Secretary (PS) to Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil.
The appointment, approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, has been made at the Deputy Secretary level in the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
DoPT Order Confirms Appointment and Tenure
According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training on April 22, 2026, Mishra will serve in the position for a total tenure of five years, up to March 15, 2031.
However, his tenure will be:
- Co-terminus with the minister, or
- Until he ceases to function as OSD/PS, or
- Until further orders
—whichever is earlier.
To facilitate his new role, Mishra’s current assignment as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to the same minister has been curtailed. Notably, he had assumed charge as OSD on March 15, 2026.
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Who Is Prashant Kumar Mishra?
Prashant Kumar Mishra is a 2014-batch IAS officer of the Karnataka cadre, known for his administrative experience across district governance and public sector management.
Personal and Educational Background
- Date of Birth: November 14, 1987
- Education: LL.B. in Constitutional Law from Gujarat University
- Languages: Hindi, English, Kannada
Career Journey and Key Roles
Mishra has held several important positions in his career:
- Officer on Special Duty (OSD): Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, New Delhi
- Deputy Commissioner: Ballari district, Karnataka
- Director (Personnel): Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC), Bengaluru
His experience spans administrative governance, personnel management, and policy execution, particularly in water resources and infrastructure-related sectors.
Role in Jal Shakti Ministry
As Private Secretary to Minister C R Patil, Mishra will play a crucial role in:
- Assisting in policy coordination
- Managing administrative functions
- Supporting decision-making processes within the ministry
His appointment comes at a time when the Ministry of Jal Shakti continues to focus on key national priorities such as water conservation, river rejuvenation, and infrastructure development.
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