DoPT Notification Confirms Promotion of Maharashtra Revenue Officials to IAS Ranks
In a significant administrative development, the Central Government has promoted 12 Maharashtra State Civil Services officers to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) cadre under the 2024 Select List. The appointments, approved by the President of India, were formalized through an official notification issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT).
Key Details of the Promotions
Legal Basis: Made under Rule 8(1) of IAS (Recruitment) Rules, 1954, and Regulation 9(1) of IAS (Appointment by Promotion) Regulations, 1955
Cadre Allocation: Officers have been assigned to the Maharashtra cadre as per Rule 5(1) of IAS (Cadre) Rules, 1954
Probationary Status: Appointments are on probation, subject to final outcomes of pending legal cases
List of Promoted Officers
The 12 officers elevated to IAS include:
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Vijay Singh Deshmukh
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Vijay Bhakre
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Trigun Kulkarni
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Gajanan Patil
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Mahesh Patil
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Asha Pathan
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Pankaj Devre
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Manjiri Manolkar
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Rajlakshmi Shaha
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Sonali Mulay
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Gajendra Bawane
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Pratibha Ingle
These officers currently hold various administrative positions across Maharashtra’s districts.
Legal Provisos & Pending Cases
The promotions are provisional, contingent upon the resolution of:
OA No. 236/2021 & OA No. 237/2021 (pending before Maharashtra Administrative Tribunal, Mumbai)
Writ Petition (C) No. 197/2025 (pending before the Supreme Court of India)
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Hails the Move
Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule celebrated the promotions, stating:
“A new chapter has been added to the Maharashtra Administrative Service today. These promotions reflect the officers’ dedication and the government’s commitment to strengthening governance.”
He emphasized that the Revenue Department—the backbone of state administration—has earned this recognition through its public welfare initiatives and credited Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for fostering a merit-driven system.
Expected Impact
Enhanced administrative leadership at district and state levels
Boosted morale for state service officers aspiring to IAS
Strengthened implementation of development schemes
