Some Governors / LGs are likely to be appointed
If sources are to be believed, the appointment of 3-4 Governors and at least one LG is likely to be made in the days to come. The names of the probable Constitutional
Heads are understood to have been forwarded to the Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Will J&K Statehood be restored?
As per latest buzz the Modi government may restore the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir and August 5 could be the date of announcement. PM Modi and HM Amit Shah met the President on Sunday raising the speculation. The govt had reduced the statehood to UT on August 5, 2019. Amarnath Yatra has already been suspended.
BUREAUCRCY
Azamgarh Collector IAS Ravindra Kumar Revives the River Where lord Ram Once Rested
IAS Ravindra Kumar belongs to the 2011 Batch of Uttar Pradesh Cadre and is currently posted as the district collector of Azamgarh,UP. Known for his proactive and transformational leadership, he has once again proved that by reviving Tamsa River of Azamgarh. “The river is more than a waterbody, it is a lifeline of memory, faith, and sustenance,” says Kumar. Mentioned in the Ramayana and deeply rooted in local sentiment, the Tamsa had become unrecognizable- heavily silted, choked with weeds and polluted with garbage and plastic waste.“Over time, this sacred river fell victim to the very progress it once supported.”
Recognizing both the ecological and cultural significance of the river, Kumar launched a month-long rejuvenation campaign. What began as an administrative project quickly became a people’s movement. “The effort brought together multiple departments and the local community.” The Panchayati Raj Department cleared years of waste and aquatic weeds, while the Irrigation Department took up de-silting work to restore the natural flow.Village pradhans,women volunteers and civil society groups also stepped in enthusiastically reclaiming the river as a shared community asset. Further strengthening the initiative, Infrastructure at the Chandrama Rishi Ashram was simultaneously restored including water units, public washrooms, and visitor pathways to enhance accessibility for devotees and tourists. The result was a remarkable transformation, both visual and emotional.The ghats have come alive again with spiritual practices like havans, fairs, and rituals .Additionally Aquatic life has returned, water quality has improved and the area now draws morning walkers, school children and pilgrims admiring nature. To mark the success, International Yoga Day was celebrated on June 21, 2025 at the restored Ghats of the ashram.“This is not a one-time effort” he emphasized. Under Kumar’s guidance, this campaign is now being scaled into a district-wide mission. He has called on schools, gram panchayats and citizens to adopt and maintain local water bodies. The revival efforts even drew praise from UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Revival of Tamsa River at Chandrama Rishi Ashram shows how when leadership, community and administration work together can reclaim heritage and restore ecological balance for generations to come.
Will Bipul Pathak be new Chief Secretary of Delhi?
Latest grapevine has it that Bipul Pathak may be appointed new Chief Secretary of Delhi on October 1. He is 1992 batch IAS officer of AGMUT cadre.
Sharma joins ED
Shivam Sharma has been posted as Dy Director in ED on deputation for a period of three years. He is an IRS (C&IT) officer from the 2017 batch.
Pratyay Amrit appointed new Chief Secretary of Bihar
Pratyay Amrit has been appointed the new Chief Secretary of Bihar. 1989 batch IAS officer will assume charge on the 1st of next month.
Ms Chandra is also DG, Telecom
Ms Sunita Chandra has been given the additional charge of DG, Telcom. She is posted as Adviser at DoT HQ. She is an ITS officer.
MHA shifted to new building
As reported on this website in March, MHA has shifted to new building of Secretariate -CCS, situated on Janpath.
Additional charge of Chairperson, FSSAI to Ms Punya extended
Ms Punya Salila Srivastava, Secretary, Department of Health and Family Welfare will continue looking after an additional charge of Chairperson, FSSAI for a further period of six months.
Alok Sharma granted Apex Pay Scale of IPS
Alok Sharma, Director, SPG, has been granted Apex Pay Scale (DG level). He is a 1991 batch IPS officer of UP cadre.
G P Singh granted Apex Pay Scale of IPS
G P Singh, DG, CRPF, has been granted Apex Pay Scale (DG level). He is a 1991 batch IPS officer of Assam Meghalaya cadre.
Binita Thakur appointed as ADG, CISF
Mrs Binita Thakur has been appointed as Additional Director General in Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on deputation basis. She is a 1996 batch IPS officer of Rajasthan cadre.
Maharashtra Chief Secretary to retire this month end
Maharashtra Chief Secretary Rajesh Kumar is retiring by this month end. He is a 1988 batch IAS office of Maharashtra cadre.
Maharashtra Government to go by seniority ?
In the appointment of new Chief Secetary informed sources said that the Maharashtra Government will go by seniority.
Independence Day Biggest Event For SBK Singh
Newly appointed Delhi Police Commissioner SBK Singh’s experience in managing high-profile events (e.g., Republic Day 2015 with Barack Obama) positions him to ensure robust security for Independence Day and other events in late 2025. His tech-driven policing initiatives, like the QR code-based feedback system and the ‘Lost Report App,’ may see incremental progress but are unlikely to be fully scaled in five months.
Maximum empanelment at DG level from UP
Four IPS officers of 1994 batch from Uttar Pradesh cadre have been empanelled for holding Director General and Director General equivalent posts in the Government of India.
Why extension was not granted to Manoj Kumar Singh as Chief Secretary?
The topic, why Manoj Kumar Singh was not granted an extension is hotly discussed among the bureaucrats in Lucknow. On July 31, Singh retired after 37 years of service. Most of the bureaucrats were of the opinion that Letters from Industrial Development Minister Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi and alleged complaints by other ministers played a crucial role In his retirement. It is also alleged that he was bypassing ministers and working directly with the CM.
CS presided over meeting of Civil Services Board in UK, Transfer list of IFoS officers soon
With a focus on capacity-building, efficiency, and timely implementation of forestry schemes, the Uttarakhand government is likely to come up with the transfer list of IFoS officers soon. The exercise to this effect has begun as the model code of conduct, after the conclusion of three-tier panchayat elections, came to an end.
The expected list is likely to reshape the operational framework of the state. To reshuffle the IFoS officers, a crucial meeting of the Civil Services Board (CSB) took place at the Secretariat. The meeting was chaired by Chief Secretary Anand Vardhan and attended by Principal Secretary RK Sudhanshu and Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF) Sameer Sinha. During the meeting , a detailed transfer proposal was presented and approved, signaling a wave of administrative changes in the department. The finalized transfer list includes reshuffles from the rank of Chief Forest Conservator to Divisional Forest Officer (DFO).
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