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Maharashtra Shuffles 10 Top IAS Officers, Names First Woman BMC Chief

The Maharashtra government has executed a significant administrative reshuffle, transferring 10 senior IAS officers to new key positions. A historic appointment sees Ashwini Bhide becoming the first woman to assume the role of Municipal Commissioner for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The reshuffle places officers in roles critical to the state's Viksit Maharashtra 2047 vision and the implementation of a major Agri-AI policy aimed at boosting farm productivity. Other notable postings include new assignments in finance, disaster management, agriculture, and urban development departments.

Key Points: Maharashtra Transfers 10 IAS Officers in Major Reshuffle

  • Major administrative reshuffle in Maharashtra
  • Ashwini Bhide becomes first woman BMC chief
  • Postings align with Viksit Maharashtra 2047 vision
  • Key role for implementing Rs 500 crore Agri-AI Policy
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Maharashtra govt transfers 10 IAS officers

Maharashtra govt transfers 10 senior IAS officers, appoints Ashwini Bhide as first woman BMC Commissioner. Key postings for Viksit Maharashtra & Agri-AI.

"Bhide is the first woman bureaucrat to assume the charge of BMC Commissioner - Government Officials"

Mumbai, March 31

In a major administrative reshuffle, the Maharashtra government, on Tuesday, transferred 10 bureaucrats, government officials said.

Lokesh Chandra, an IAS officer of the 1993 batch and Chairman as well as Managing Director of Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited, has been posted as the Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister in Mumbai.

Ashwini Bhide, an IAS officer of 1995 batch and Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister, has been posted as the Municipal Commissioner of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).

Bhide is the first woman bureaucrat to assume the charge of BMC Commissioner especially when the civic body has undertaken a slew of projects for Mumbai's transformation.

Vikas Chandra Rastogi, an IAS officer of 1995 batch and Additional Chief Secretary (Agriculture), has been posted as the Additional Chief Secretary of the Financial Reforms, Finance Department and the Mantralaya in Mumbai.

His appointment comes when the state government has launched its vision document to achieve 'Viksit Maharashtra' by 2047 with the state economy reaching $5 trillion.

Vinita Vaid Singal, an IAS officer of 1996 batch and Principal Secretary of Disaster Management, Relief and Rehabilitation, has been posted as the Principal Secretary of Soil and Water Conservation Department of Mantralaya in Mumbai.

Parimal Singh, an IAS officer of 2004 batch and Project Director of Nanaji Deshmukh Krishi Sanjivanee Project (POCRA) in Mumbai has been posted as Secretary of Agriculture department.

He will be tasked with the implementation of the Maharashtra MahaAgri-AI Policy 2025-2029, launched with a Rs 500 crore outlay to integrate AI, Generative AI, and digital technology into agriculture, aiming to boost productivity by 40 per cent and reduce fertiliser costs by 30 per cent.

Tukaram Mundhe, an IAS officer of 2005 batch and Divyang Kalyan Department Secretary, has been posted the Disaster Management, Rehabilitation and Resettlement, Revenue and Forest Department Secretary at the Mantralaya in Mumbai.

Lahu Mali, an IAS officer of 2009 batch, has been posted as the Managing Director of Shivshahi Punarvasan Project Limited Mumbai.

Manik Gursal, an IAS officer of 2009 batch, has been posted as the Divyang Kalyan Department Secretary at the Mantralaya in Mumbai.

Prerna Deshbhratar, an IAS officer of 2010 batch and State Tax Joint Commissioner in Mumbai has been posted as State Fisheries Department Commissioner in Mumbai.

Prithviraj B.P., an IAS officer of 2014 batch and Additional Municipal Commissioner of Pune Municipal Corporation has been posted as Municipal Commissioner of Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation.

- IANS

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Rohit P
The posting of Parimal Singh to Agriculture is crucial. The MahaAgri-AI Policy with a 500 crore outlay is ambitious. If implemented well, it can be a game-changer for our farmers. Hope he can deliver on the promise of 40% productivity boost. Fingers crossed!
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Aman W
Good to see experienced officers like Lokesh Chandra moving to the CM's office. Stability and experience are needed there. But let's hope these transfers are based on merit and not just political convenience. The proof will be in their performance.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see Vikas Rastogi moving to Financial Reforms. With the Viksit Maharashtra 2047 vision and a $5 trillion target, his role is absolutely critical. Hope he can drive the tough reforms needed in the finance department. Wishing him the best.
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Karthik V
Routine administrative exercise before the code of conduct for elections? Hope not. The officers, especially in key posts like BMC and Agriculture, need a long tenure to actually make an impact. Constant transfers ruin continuity.
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Nisha Z
Prerna Deshbhratar's move to Fisheries is noteworthy. Our coastal communities need strong support. Hope she brings fresh energy. Also, good to see a mix of senior and relatively younger officers getting important charges. Jai Maharashtra! 🚀

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