Odisha appoints Anu Garg as its first woman Chief Secretary
Anu Garg becomes Odisha's first woman Chief Secretary, effective 1 January 2026.
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Key Points for RAS
- Anu Garg, a 1991-batch IAS officer, appointed as Odisha's Chief Secretary effective January 1, 2026.
- She became the first woman to hold the Chief Secretary position in Odisha's history.
- Her appointment marks a historic milestone for gender representation in senior civil services.
Anu Garg, a 1991-batch IAS officer, was appointed as Odisha's Chief Secretary effective 1 January 2026, becoming the first woman to hold this position in the state's history. Her appointment marks a historic milestone for gender representation in India's senior civil services.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 Who is Anu Garg?
Anu Garg is a 1991-batch IAS officer appointed as Chief Secretary of Odisha.
2 Why is Anu Garg's appointment significant?
Her appointment is historic because she became the first woman to hold Odisha's Chief Secretary post.
3 When did Anu Garg take charge as Chief Secretary?
She was to take charge from 1 January 2026 after Manoj Ahuja retired on 31 December 2025.
4 Which department issued the appointment notification?
The General Administration and Public Grievance Department issued the appointment notification.
5 Whom did Anu Garg succeed?
She succeeded Manoj Ahuja as Odisha Chief Secretary.
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