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Key Points

The government has appointed retired IAS officer Alkesh Kumar Sharma as PESB member for a three-year term. Simultaneously, Sujata Chaturvedi takes charge as UPSC member under constitutional provisions. Sharma's tenure begins April 2025 while Chaturvedi's term starts upon assuming office. Both appointments signal important bureaucratic reshuffles in key selection bodies.

Key Points: Alkesh Kumar Sharma Joins PESB as Sujata Chaturvedi Takes UPSC Role

  • Alkesh Kumar Sharma to serve PESB until 2028 or age 65
  • Sujata Chaturvedi's UPSC term begins upon office entry
  • Both appointments made under constitutional provisions
  • Sharma is retired 1990-batch Kerala cadre IAS officer
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Alkesh Kumar appointed as new member of PESB, Sujata Chaturvedi of UPSC

Retired IAS Alkesh Kumar Sharma appointed to PESB while Sujata Chaturvedi becomes UPSC member in key bureaucratic reshuffle

"The President is pleased to appoint Alkesh Kumar Sharma as Member, PESB for three years - D S Nagalakshmi, Deputy Secretary"

New Delhi, April 30

Retired IAS Alkesh Kumar Sharma has been appointed as a member of the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) and Sujata Chaturvedi as a Member, Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Department of Personnel and Training said in a press release.

"The President is pleased to appoint Alkesh Kumar Sharma, IAS (KL:1990) (Retd.) as Member, Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB). with effect from forenoon of 17.04.2025, for a term of three years or until attaining the age of 65 years or until further orders, whichever is the earliest," D S Nagalakshmi Deputy Secretary to the Government of India said.

Sujata Chaturvedi has been appointed as Member, Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) under Article 316(1) of the Constitution of India by the President.

"The tenure of Sujata Chaturvedi, as Member, UPSC, will commence from the date she enters upon the office of Member, UPSC. The term of her appointment will be regulated in accordance with the provisions of Article 316(2) of the Constitution of India, and the conditions of service will be governed by UPSC (Members) Regulations, 1969, as amended from time to time," Deputy Secretary (PP-II) said.

- ANI

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Priya M.
Congratulations to both appointees! 👏 It's great to see experienced professionals taking on these important roles. Wishing them success in shaping India's administrative future.
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Rahul K.
Alkesh Sharma has an impressive track record from Kerala cadre. His experience will definitely benefit PESB. Hope he brings some fresh perspectives to public sector appointments.
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Sanjay P.
While I welcome these appointments, I wonder if we could see more diversity in these selection boards. Representation matters at all levels of governance.
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Ananya S.
Sujata Chaturvedi's appointment to UPSC is particularly inspiring for women in civil services! 🎉 More power to her as she takes on this crucial role in shaping our nation's bureaucracy.
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Vikram J.
Interesting to note the careful wording about tenure and conditions in both appointments. Shows how meticulously these constitutional positions are regulated. Good reporting on the details!
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Neha T.
Hope these appointments bring some much-needed reforms in both PESB and UPSC processes. The selection systems could use some modernization to keep up with changing times.

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