IRS Officer Aman Mittal Appointed OSD to Union Minister Piyush Goyal in Commerce & Industry Ministry
In a notable administrative development, Aman Mittal, an officer of the Indian Revenue Service (Customs & Indirect Taxes) from the 2016 batch, has been appointed as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal.
His appointment has been reported by Legend Officers and Whispers in the Corridors, highlighting his growing role in the Ministry of Commerce & Industry and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
Aman Mittal, who completed his education at the Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology, brings with him a strong background in taxation and commerce-related policy. As a member of the IRS (C&IT), he has been actively engaged in matters concerning customs and indirect taxes, providing him with a solid foundation to contribute to India’s trade and industry ecosystem.
His new role as OSD places him at the heart of policy coordination and ministerial support, assisting Union Minister Piyush Goyal in overseeing critical portfolios related to commerce, industry, and trade promotion.
Prior to this appointment, Mittal served as Additional Private Secretary to the Minister for Commerce & Industry. In that capacity, he gained valuable experience in handling ministerial responsibilities, coordinating with various departments, and supporting the execution of policy initiatives. His transition to the role of OSD represents a natural progression, reflecting both his competence and the trust placed in him by senior leadership.
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), where Mittal is affiliated, plays a pivotal role in shaping India’s industrial and trade policies. It is responsible for promoting foreign direct investment (FDI), facilitating ease of doing business, and supporting startups and innovation.
With India’s economy undergoing rapid transformation, the DPIIT’s work is central to driving industrial growth and strengthening India’s position in global trade. Mittal’s appointment as OSD is expected to further enhance the ministry’s capacity to deliver on these ambitious goals.
As OSD, Aman Mittal will be closely involved in assisting the Union Minister with policy matters, stakeholder engagement, and administrative coordination. His expertise in customs and indirect taxes will be particularly valuable in aligning trade and industry policies with taxation frameworks, ensuring that reforms are both business-friendly and revenue-efficient.
This appointment also underscores the government’s emphasis on placing young and dynamic officers in key positions to bring fresh perspectives and energy to policymaking. Aman Mittal’s career trajectory reflects this approach, as he has steadily advanced from technical roles in the IRS to ministerial responsibilities in commerce and industry.
With his new role, Mittal is expected to contribute significantly to India’s ongoing efforts to boost industrial competitiveness, attract investment, and strengthen the country’s trade infrastructure. His appointment as OSD to Union Minister Piyush Goyal marks another milestone in his career and positions him as a key player in India’s economic and industrial policy landscape.
