Government Approves Redesignation of Deputy Secretary Post Held by IAS Officer Pavan Kumar Malpati as Director in the Ministry of Defense
The competent authority has formally sanctioned the redesignation of the post currently occupied by Pavan Kumar Malpati, an Indian Administrative Service officer of the 2012 batch from the Karnataka cadre. The position, which he has been holding as Deputy Secretary, has now been reclassified in accordance with prevailing administrative and cadre management requirements.
In the Ministry of Defense, IAS Pavan Kumar Malpati (KN:2012) continues to discharge his official responsibilities under the revised designation, ensuring uninterrupted functioning and institutional continuity within the department concerned. The decision reflects an administrative restructuring aimed at aligning the post with evolving governance needs and the officer’s experience profile.
Officials familiar with the development indicated that such redesignations are routinely undertaken to rationalise senior-level positions, optimise workflow, and strengthen decision-making frameworks within government departments. The move is also consistent with broader efforts to streamline administrative hierarchies and enhance operational efficiency.
The redesignation does not affect the officer’s cadre status, seniority, or service conditions, and is purely a functional reclassification of the post. Pavan Kumar Malpati, known for his professional competence and administrative acumen, is expected to continue contributing effectively in his revised role.
Further details regarding the revised nomenclature and reporting structure are expected to be issued separately through formal government notifications.
