Date: July 21, 2023 : In a significant administrative shakeup, the Maharashtra government has announced the transfer of several Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers to various key positions across the state. The reshuffle aims to bring fresh perspectives and efficiency to different departments and districts. Here are the major appointments:
Shri. Rajendra Shankar Kshirsagar (IAS:MH:2011), the Joint Secretary to the Chief Secretary Office, Mantralaya, Mumbai, has been appointed as the new Collector of Mumbai City, Mumbai.
Shri. Varsha Thakur-Ghuge (IAS:MH:2011), the Chief Executive Officer of Zilla Parishad, Nanded, will take charge as the new Collector of Latur.
Shri. Sanjay Chavan (IAS:MH:2011), who currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Zilla Parishad, Kolhapur, has been posted as the Additional Controller of Stamp in Mumbai.
Shri. Ayush Prasad (IAS:MH:2015), the Chief Executive Officer of Zilla Parishad, Pune, has been appointed as the new Collector of Jalgaon.
Smt. Buveneswari S (IAS:MH:2015), currently Chief Executive Officer of Zilla Parishad, Dhule, will assume office as the new Collector of Washim.
Shri. Ajit Kumbhar (IAS:MH:2015), the Joint Commissioner of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, has been transferred as the new Collector of Akola.
The reshuffle also includes several other IAS officers who will take on new responsibilities in different districts and departments. Some of the key appointments include:
Dr. Shrikrishnanath B. Panchal (IAS:MH:2016) will serve as the Collector of Jalna.
Dr. Pankaj Ashiya (IAS:MH:2016) will take charge as the Collector of Yavatmal.
Shri. Kumar Ashirwad (IAS:MH:2016) will assume office as the Collector of Solapur.
Shri. Abhinav Goel (IAS:MH:2016) has been appointed as the new Collector of Dhule.
Shri. Saurabh Katiyar (IAS:MH:2016) will serve as the Collector of Amravati.
The transferred IAS officers have demonstrated exemplary service in their previous roles and have been entrusted with crucial responsibilities to contribute further to the state’s development.
The administrative reshuffle also includes some officers being assigned to prominent positions in departments such as Information Technology, Water Supply and Sanitation, Agriculture, and Industries, signifying the government’s commitment to enhancing governance and promoting efficient administration.
The state government believes that these changes will bring fresh ideas, perspectives, and expertise, ultimately benefiting the people of Maharashtra. The newly appointed officers are expected to assume their responsibilities shortly and work towards the betterment of their respective regions and departments.
Note: This news article is based on the information provided by Anil Deshpande, Barshi, and the officer’s contact details have been omitted to respect their privacy.
