Administrative Reshuffle: IPS Officer Aditya Singh Joins Maharashtra Cadre After Marriage; IAS KK Pathak Cleared for Central Role After Prolonged Delay
Two major personnel developments have surfaced this week in the All India Services framework—one involving a cadre shift due to marital grounds, and the other resolving a long-standing deputation impasse between the Centre and a state government.
Aditya Singh’s Cadre Shift to Maharashtra Following Marriage
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has formally approved the transfer of IPS officer Aditya Kumar Singh (2023 batch, Odisha cadre) to Maharashtra. This change follows his recent marriage to Eshani Anand, an IPS officer from the 2024 batch serving in Maharashtra. The transfer was processed under the inter-cadre marriage provision, which allows spouses in the civil services to be posted in the same cadre, subject to mutual consent and availability.
This provision is outlined in Rule 5(2) of the IPS (Cadre) Rules, 1954, and is designed to support family cohesion among officers.
KK Pathak Released by Rajasthan for Central Posting After Months of Stalemate
In a separate development, the Rajasthan Government has finally issued relieving orders for Dr KK Pathak (IAS: 2001), enabling him to take up his new assignment as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Fertilisers. Pathak had been serving as Secretary in the Department of Personnel, and his deputation to the Centre had been stalled since July 2025.
The delay stemmed from Rajasthan’s withdrawal of its No Objection Certificate (NOC), citing a shortage of IAS officers in the state. Despite this, the Centre proceeded with Pathak’s appointment on 13 September 2025, although the absence of formal release orders led to administrative uncertainty and speculation.
With the relieving order finally issued on 15 October 2025, Dr Pathak is now set to assume his central responsibilities.
Broader Implications of These Moves
Dr Pathak’s case highlights the ongoing friction between state governments and the Centre over control and timing of senior-level postings. It also reflects the procedural complexities that can arise even after formal appointments are made.
On the other hand, Aditya Kumar Singh’s transfer underscores a growing trend among IPS officers seeking cadre realignment after marriage—a policy that continues to promote work-life balance within the civil services.
