ACC Extends Central Deputation of IAS Officer Nidhi Kesarwani as Joint Secretary, DPIIT Until June 2028
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the extension of Ms. Nidhi Kesarwani, IAS (Manipur cadre, 2004 batch), as Joint Secretary, DPIIT for two years beyond June 2026, ensuring continuity in India’s industrial and trade policy leadership until June 2028.
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the proposal of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) for the extension of central deputation tenure of Ms. Nidhi Kesarwani, an officer of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Manipur cadre, 2004 batch, who is currently serving as Joint Secretary in DPIIT.
As per the official order, her tenure has been extended for a period of two years beyond 3 June 2026, i.e., up to June 2028, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Background of the Officer
Ms. Nidhi Kesarwani has held several important assignments in her career, both in her parent cadre and at the Centre. As Joint Secretary in DPIIT, she has been closely involved in policy formulation and implementation related to industrial growth, investment promotion, and ease of doing business.
Her role has been significant in driving initiatives aimed at strengthening India’s industrial competitiveness, supporting startups, and facilitating foreign direct investment (FDI).
Role of DPIIT
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, is responsible for:
Framing and implementing policies for industrial development. Promoting investment in India’s manufacturing and services sectors.
Facilitating ease of doing business reforms. Supporting startups and innovation ecosystems. Overseeing intellectual property rights (IPR) administration.
The extension of Ms. Kesarwani’s tenure ensures continuity in leadership at a time when India is focusing on strengthening its industrial base and attracting global investments.
Significance of the Extension
The ACC’s decision to extend her deputation highlights:
Operational continuity in key industrial and trade policies. Strengthened leadership in investment promotion and startup ecosystem development.
Support for long-term reforms in ease of doing business and IPR frameworks. Alignment with national priorities of boosting manufacturing and innovation.
Her extended tenure is expected to provide stability and sustained momentum to DPIIT’s initiatives, particularly in the context of India’s ambitious industrial growth targets.
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet’s approval of Ms. Nidhi Kesarwani’s deputation extension until June 2028 underscores the government’s emphasis on continuity and experienced leadership in industrial policy. Her continued role as Joint Secretary, DPIIT is expected to further strengthen India’s industrial and trade ecosystem, supporting economic growth and global competitiveness.
