New Delhi: The Government of India has approved the appointment of Ms Shelly Srivastava as the Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC). The appointment has been cleared by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) and will be under the administrative control of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
Appointment Cleared by Appointments Committee of the Cabinet
Ms Shelly Srivastava is an Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer of the 2001 batch. Her appointment has been formally notified through an official order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). She will serve as the Chief Vigilance Officer of ONGC for a tenure up to 2 November 2027, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
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Pay Scale and Deputation Terms
According to the government order, Ms Srivastava will hold the post in Pay Level 14, with a salary range of ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200. Her tenure is subject to the condition of a combined deputation period of seven years away from her parent cadre, in line with existing government rules.
Immediate Relieving from Parent Cadre
Ms Srivastava will assume charge of her new responsibilities upon formal joining. The Ministry of Railways has been directed to relieve her immediately to ensure her timely appointment at ONGC.
Strengthening Vigilance Framework at ONGC
The appointment comes at an important juncture as ONGC continues to expand and strengthen its domestic and international operations in the energy sector. As Chief Vigilance Officer, Ms Srivastava will play a key role in enhancing transparency, accountability, and ethical governance across the organization.
About ONGC
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) is India’s largest upstream oil and gas company and a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. With operations spanning exploration, production, and energy security, ONGC plays a pivotal role in meeting India’s hydrocarbon needs both in India and overseas.
