The tenure of Mr. Kapil Ashok Bendre, serving as Director in the Department of Agriculture through lateral entry, has been extended. His posting will now continue until December 30, 2026.
This extension reflects the confidence in Mr. Bendre’s contributions and his role in advancing the department’s objectives. Lateral entry into bureaucracy allows professionals from the private sector, academia, and other fields to join government services at mid or senior levels. It aims to bring specialized expertise and fresh perspectives into policy-making and administration.
