Agartala: The Government of Tripura has initiated a significant reshuffle across its top administrative ranks, impacting IAS, IFS, and TCS officers. The changes, detailed in a notification issued by the General Administration (Personnel & Training) Department, took effect on July 1, 2025. The move aims to enhance service delivery and revitalize administrative functions in critical sectors.
Key IAS Appointments and Transfers
- Mr Tarit Kanti Chakma, IAS has been moved from his role as DM & Collector, Gomati District (Udaipur) to become the CEO, Tripura Rural Livelihood Mission (TRLM) in Agartala.
- Rinku Lather, IAS, previously ADM & Collector, Sepahijala and Addl. Commissioner, AMC, is the new DM & Collector, Gomati District, Udaipur.
- Saju Vaheed A, IAS is now MD, NHM, and Member Secretary, NAM, replacing Mr Prashant Badal Negi, IAS, who has been relieved from NHM and NAM responsibilities.
- Ms. Megha Jain, IAS, earlier ADM & Collector (PP), West Tripura, will now serve as Director of Urban Development, Commissioner, TUDA, and CEO, Tripura Jal Board.
- Dr. Sailesh, IAS, continues in roles including Director of Industries & Commerce and CEO, Agartala Smart City, but is relieved of his Skill Development portfolio.
- Pradip K., IAS, formerly ADM & Collector, South Tripura (Belonia), takes charge as Director, Skill Development.
Notable TCS and IFS Cadre Reassignments
- Mr Akinchan Sarkar, TCS SSG becomes Addl. Secretary, Finance Department, and also assumes responsibilities as Director of Treasuries, Member Secretary, Tripura State Finance Commission, and Commissioner of Taxes.
- Mr Bijay Sinha, TCS Gr-I, formerly Sr. Dy. Magistrate, Unakoti, is posted as ADM & Collector, North Tripura (Dharmanagar).
- Mr Mihir Kanti Gop, IAS, now becomes Addl. Director of Urban Development, Agartala.
- Mr Ajit Sukladas, IAS, Addl. Secretary, RD Department, will take charge as Director of Handloom, Handicrafts & Sericulture and MD, THHDC Ltd.
- Mr R Arun Kumar, IFS, previously holding those positions, has been repatriated to Forest HQ, Agartala.
Streamlining Governance and Policy Delivery
This administrative reshuffle reflects Tripura’s continued efforts to modernize governance by deploying officers with proven records into departments requiring strategic direction. It aligns with broader policy reforms to improve developmental outcomes, particularly in rural livelihoods, urban development, and healthcare.
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