In a major administrative reshuffle, the Assam government, led by CM Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, has transferred seven IAS and three ACS officers, bringing fresh leadership to several key departments and districts.
Key IAS Postings:
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Varnali Deka (IAS: 2009), ex-DC of Nalbari, appointed as Commissioner & Secretary, General Administration Department (GAD).
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Devassih Sharma, IAS, now posted as DC, Nagaon; retains additional charge as Joint Resident Commissioner, Assam Bhawan, Mumbai.
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Khanindra Choudhury, IAS, becomes Secretary to the Chief Minister; was earlier DC, Goalpara.
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Narendra Shah, IAS, posted as Director, Employment & Craftsmen Training, Assam, and MD, AIIDC (with additional charge).
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Kumud Moni Sarmah Bordoloi, IAS, becomes Joint Secretary, P&RD Department and MD, ASRLM; continues as OSD to CM.
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Virendra Mittal, IAS, relieved from Commissioner & Secretary, GAD; retains roles in Finance Dept and as PD, ARIAS.
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Anant Lal Gyani, IAS, relieved from charge of Director, Employment & Craftsmen Training.
ACS Officers Assigned to DC Roles:
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Nivedan Das Patowary, ACS → DC, Nalbari (was Joint Secy, P&RD & MD, ASRLM).
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Pradip Timung, ACS → DC, Goalpara (was Director, Sports & Youth Welfare).
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Anamika Tewari, ACS → DC, Morigaon (was Joint Secy, Labour Welfare & Commissioner of Labour).
This reshuffle targets key governance zones—Nalbari, Morigaon, Nagaon, and Goalpara—and aims to infuse efficiency in crucial departments like Labour, Rural Development, Employment, and Youth Welfare. The move reflects the government’s intent to streamline administration and accelerate developmental initiatives.
