Chhattisgarh Government Executes Major IAS Reshuffle Ahead of PM Modi’s Raipur Visit; Key Changes Across Health, Education, Revenue, and Election Departments
In a significant administrative overhaul just days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit to Raipur, the Chhattisgarh government has transferred 13 IAS officers across crucial departments. The General Administration Department (GAD) released the official transfer orders on Thursday, with Secretary Rajat Kumar issuing the notifications from the Mahanadi Bhawan in Nava Raipur.
This reshuffle impacts senior bureaucratic positions such as Secretaries, Commissioners, Directors, and Managing Directors—indicating a strategic tightening of governance machinery ahead of high-level state engagements.
Major Secretariat-Level Appointments
Shikha Rajput Tiwari Assigned to State Election Commission
IAS officer Shikha Rajput Tiwari (2008 batch) has been relieved from her role as Commissioner, Medical Education, and appointed Secretary, Chhattisgarh State Election Commission. Her shift is considered a crucial administrative repositioning ahead of upcoming electoral responsibilities.
Dr. Priyanka Shukla to Lead Samagra Shiksha
IAS Dr. Priyanka Shukla (2009 batch), previously serving in the Health Department, has been appointed Commissioner, Samagra Shiksha. She will also continue to hold additional charge of the State Textbook Corporation, strengthening implementation capacity in the state’s school education ecosystem.
Kiran Kaushal Takes Over as Secretary in State Government
IAS officer Kiran Kaushal (2009 batch) has been transferred from her position as Managing Director, Markfed, and has now been placed in a key Secretary-level assignment within the state administration.
Key MD and Director-Level Postings
Padum Singh Alma Appointed MD, CSMCL
IAS Padum Singh Alma (2010 batch) has been posted as Managing Director, Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corporation Limited (CSMCL). Additionally, he has been given charge of the Chhattisgarh Beverages Corporation, with his post upgraded to the senior pay scale, highlighting the importance of his portfolio.
Sanjeev Kumar Jha Made Director, Health Services
IAS Sanjeev Kumar Jha (2011 batch) has been appointed Director, Health Services. Alongside this, he will also manage the additional responsibility of the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM), a vital component of the state’s public health system.
Jitendra Kumar Shukla Becomes MD, Markfed
IAS Jitendra Kumar Shukla (2012 batch) has been transferred to the position of Managing Director, Markfed. He will simultaneously retain his role as Mission Director, Jal Jeevan Mission, reflecting his expanding portfolio.
Ritesh Kumar Agarwal Assigned Additional Charge of Medical Education
IAS Ritesh Kumar Agarwal (2012 batch), currently serving as MD, Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation, has also been given the additional responsibility of Commissioner, Medical Education.
Other Important Administrative Assignments
Iffat Ara (2012 batch)
Previous roles: Additional Divisional Commissioner, Raipur and Durg
New roles: Special Secretary, Revenue & Disaster Management, and Managing Director, Civil Supplies Corporation
Santa Devi Jangde (2016 batch)
Assigned additional charge as Director, AYUSH
Sukhnath Ahirwar (2016 batch)
Appointed Joint Secretary, Sports & Youth Welfare
Dr. Renuka Srivastava (2019 batch)
Posted as Deputy Secretary, Women & Child Development (WCD)
Also appointed Director, WCD
Rita Yadav (2019 batch)
Posted as Managing Director, Chhattisgarh Khadi and Village Industries Board
Lokesh Kumar (2019 batch)
Appointed Director, Horticulture
Also serves as CEO, Chirag Project
This extensive reshuffle reflects the state government’s intent to sharpen administrative efficiency and align its organizational structure ahead of the Prime Minister’s visit and other upcoming governance priorities.
