In a key administrative appointment, the Competent Authority has approved the posting of Gautam Thapliyal as Deputy Director at the prestigious Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Mussoorie.
Appointment at Deputy Secretary Level
Gautam Thapliyal, a 2016-batch officer of the Indian Revenue Service (Customs & Indirect Taxes), has been appointed at the Deputy Secretary level under the Central Staffing Scheme.
Tenure Details
Tenure: Up to December 10, 2027
This includes a combined tenure of four years (ex-cadre post + Central Staffing Scheme)
Or until further orders, whichever is earlier
Role at LBSNAA
At the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, Mussoorie, Thapliyal will play a crucial role in:
Training and capacity building of civil servants
Designing and implementing training modules
Mentoring probationers and mid-career officers
Supporting institutional development and academic programs
Administrative Significance
LBSNAA is India’s premier training institution for civil services, and appointments at this level are considered highly important for shaping future administration.
The posting of an experienced IRS officer like Gautam Thapliyal is expected to contribute to strengthening training frameworks and enhancing governance capacity among civil servants.
