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IDES Officer Shobha Gupta Appointed Director General of Defence Estates; Will Oversee 18 Lakh Acres of Defence Land

Veteran IDES Officer Takes Over Key Post Managing Over 18 Lakh Acres of Defence Land
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New Delhi: Ms Shobha Gupta, a 1990-batch officer of the Indian Defence Estates Service (IDES), officially assumed charge as the Director General of Defence Estates (DGDE) on September 30, 2025.

With over three decades of service, Shobha Gupta brings to the role a wealth of experience and a track record of distinguished service in defence land administration and cantonment governance. Her appointment comes at a critical time as the Directorate General of Defence Estates plays a crucial role in managing vast defence land assets and supporting civic administration in cantonment areas across India.

Distinguished Career Across Commands and Cantonments

Throughout her illustrious career, Smt. Gupta has held numerous key appointments, including

  • Chief Executive Officer of several Cantonment Boards
  • Defence Estates Officer across various Circles
  • Director, Defence Estates, Central Command
  • Principal Director, Defence Estates for both South-West Command and Western Command

She is widely respected for her professional competence, integrity, and dynamic leadership, qualities that are expected to bring strategic direction and administrative strength to the DGDE.

About the Directorate General of Defence Estates (DGDE)

The Directorate General of Defence Estates functions under the Ministry of Defence and is responsible for the management of approximately 18 lakh acres of defence land across the country. Its administrative network includes:

  • 6 Regional Commands
  • 38 Defence Estates Circles
  • 61 Cantonment Boards

The DGDE plays a dual role – managing defence land and overseeing civic administration in cantonments, including infrastructure, sanitation, and public health services.

Ms Shobha Gupta’s leadership is expected to further strengthen the DGDE’s mission of efficient land management and improved quality of life in cantonment areas.


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