Chandigarh Administration Implements Major Portfolio Reshuffle
In a significant administrative overhaul, the Chandigarh Union Territory administration has announced a comprehensive reshuffle of key portfolios among senior officials. This restructuring involves multiple reassignments of responsibilities across various departments, aiming to streamline governance and enhance operational efficiency.
Chief Secretary Assumes Additional CITCO Responsibilities
H Rajesh Prasad, the Chief Secretary of Chandigarh, has been assigned the additional charge of Chairman of the Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO). This move relieves Swapnil M Naik, the Personnel Secretary, of his duties overseeing CITCO. Prasad's expanded role consolidates leadership in both administrative and industrial-tourism development sectors.
Finance Secretary Takes on Urban Planning Portfolio
In another key reassignment, Diprava Lakra, the Finance Secretary, has been entrusted with the additional responsibility of Secretary for Urban Planning. This decision relieves Mandip Singh Brar, the Home Secretary, of his charge in urban planning matters. Lakra's dual role now encompasses both financial oversight and strategic urban development planning for the city.
New Appointee Handles Tourism, Culture, and CITCO Management
Syed Abid Rasheed, a recent addition to the Chandigarh administration, has been assigned significant responsibilities across multiple domains. He has taken charge as Secretary for Tourism and Secretary for Culture, relieving Mandip Singh Brar of these portfolios. Additionally, Rasheed has been appointed as Managing Director of CITCO, succeeding Abhijit Vijay Chaudhari in this capacity.
Continuity in Information Technology Leadership
Despite the widespread reshuffle, Abhijit Vijay Chaudhari continues to maintain his position as Secretary of Information Technology for the Chandigarh administration. This continuity ensures stability in the technological infrastructure and digital governance initiatives of the Union Territory.
This administrative reshuffle represents a strategic realignment of responsibilities within the Chandigarh administration, potentially signaling new priorities in industrial development, urban planning, tourism promotion, and cultural preservation. The changes are expected to bring fresh perspectives to key sectors while maintaining continuity in critical areas like information technology.
