Current Economic Affairs OSD to Join Market Regulator’s Governing Body
The Central Government has appointed Anuradha Thakur (IAS:1994:HP), a senior Himachal Pradesh-cadre officer, as part-time member of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The appointment took effect from June 16, 2025, as confirmed through an update on SEBI’s official website.
Key Details of the Appointment
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Currently serving as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) in the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA)
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Scheduled to assume charge as Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs from July 1, 2025, succeeding Ajay Seth (IAS:1987:KN) who retires on June 30
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Will serve on SEBI’s board in an ex-officio capacity alongside other senior government officials
SEBI Board Composition
Ms. Thakur joins other distinguished members including:
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M. Rajeshwar Rao, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
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Deepti Gaur Mukerjee (IAS:1993:MP), Secretary, Ministry of Corporate Affairs
The appointment reinforces the government’s practice of having senior bureaucrats contribute to financial sector regulation while maintaining their primary administrative roles. This move comes as SEBI continues to strengthen India’s securities market framework.
The part-time position allows Ms. Thakur to provide policy guidance while continuing her duties in the Finance Ministry.
