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POLITICAL WHISPERS

Will a few Union Ministers go to Party Organisation?

Rumours are rife that a few Union Ministers will be used in the Party Organisation at the national and state levels. This is likely only in August.

 

BJP set to get new Chief within a week

As per indications the BJP is set to get a new president in a week. Half a dozen names, including two women, are in circulation.

 

Will exodus from Shiv Sena UBT end as worker enthusiasm returns?

The wave of defections from Shiv Sena (UBT) appears to be slowing, as enthusiasm returns with the unity of Uddhav and Raj Thackeray over Marathi identity. Disillusioned workers, once active during the MVA regime, are being re-engaged with new responsibilities. The party is actively reorganizing, and senior leaders who were planning to switch to the Shinde faction are reconsidering. This renewed momentum suggests that the earlier exodus may now come to a halt.


 

 

BUREAUCRACY HEADLINES
BUREAUCRACY WHISPERS
IAS Anshul Gupta’s Mission Malnutrition revolutionises Nutrition governance in Vidisha, MP

 

IAS Anshul Gupta is a 2016 batch officer of the Madhya Pradesh cadre and is currently posted as the Collector of  Vidisha, MP. Known for his focus and grit, Gupta is scripting a silent revolution in nutrition governance in Vidisha.
 
Under Gupta’s leadership, Vidisha has launched an innovative, people-driven initiative- Mission Malnutrition: Vidisha’s ‘Poshan Sanjeevani’ to eradicate malnutrition.
 
The challenge was massive—widespread Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM), low maternal awareness, and infrastructural gaps. But what followed was a mission-mode response. The district administration launched “Poshan Sanjeevani Abhiyan”, a flagship campaign that went beyond schemes and statistics. It became a people’s movement.
 
This Initiative Emerges as a National Model in a state where malnutrition among under-five children has long posed a grave public health crisis.
 
The Strategy: Community, Convergence, Compassion
 
The core strength of Poshan Sanjeevani lies in its clear philosophy, nutrition is not just a health issue, but a societal one.The campaign's strength came from inter-departmental collaboration and grassroots engagement. “Departments of Health, Women and Child Development (WCD), Panchayati Raj, and civil society groups worked in seamless coordination to implement a multi-pronged strategy.” He quoted

•      Strengthening Nutrition Rehabilitation Centres (NRCs)
Five NRCs across block headquarters were upgraded into modern “Poshan Kendras”, offering round-the-clock pediatric care, nutritional monitoring, and personalized treatment. Children admitted to these centers now receive focused attention from medical interventions to emotional support.

•      Poshan Kits: A Community-Backed Solution
To overcome resource gaps, the administration tapped into community donations, SHG efforts, and CSR funding to create Poshan Kits containing hygiene items, steel utensils and locally sourced nutritious food. “This strategy not only bridged resource gaps but also built a strong emotional stake among community members” He explained

•      Behaviour Change as the Cornerstone
Recognizing that nutrition is not just about feeding, the campaign emphasized maternal education, proper breastfeeding practices, hand hygiene, dietary diversity  and continuous counselling. “Peer educator - Trained mothers and anganwadi workers, handheld families through the recovery process. He explained

•      Data-Driven Action
Monthly reviews, digital dashboards, MIS tracking and field visits by pediatricians and nutritionists ensured real-time monitoring and accountability. This data-backed model allowed for swift course corrections and consistent quality across intervention points.

From strengthening health systems to transforming mindsets, IAS Anshul Gupta is bringing a new ray of hope in Vidisha, MP.

About one dozen IPS officers of 1994 batch IPS to be empanelled?

Informed sources said that around one dozen IPS officers belonging to 1994 batch IPS are to be empanelled to the rank of DG in the Government of India this month.

CS, Maharashtra Rajesh Kumar Meena joins elite club

Rajesh Kumar Meena, the newly appointed Chief Secretary of Maharashtra has joined the elite club of IAS officers, who are holding the post of Chief Secretaries and are native of Rajasthan. With this elevation, Meena becomes one of the few officers from this state to ascend to such a prestigious position. Amrit Lal Meena, also from Rajasthan, currently serves as the Chief Secretary of Bihar while Khilli Ram Meena holds the same position in Mizoram. Additionally, Shiv Das Meena has served as the Chief Secretary of Tamil Nadu.

Virender Kumar Gupta appointed as Member (FS), Postal Services Board

Virender Kumar Gupta has been appointed as Member (Financial Services), Postal Services Board. He is a 1989 batch IPoS officer.

Dr Alok Badkul in race for Director (Mkt), IOCL

Dr Alok Badkul, ED, CONCOR, is in the race for the post of Director (Marketing), Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).

Mohan Lal Kumawat in race for Director (Fin), NHPC Ltd

Mohan Lal Kumawat, ED, REC Limited, is in the race for the post of Director (Finance), NHPC Limited.

Sanjeev Gupta in race for Director (Fin), NHPC Ltd

Sanjeev Gupta, ED, DFCCIL, is in the race for the post of Director (Finance), NHPC Limited.

 

Seven IES officers of 2007 batch granted NFU to SAG

As many as seven officers of the 2007 batch belonging to Indian Economic Service have been granted Non-Functional Upgradation to Senior Administrative Grade (SAG). They are: Ms Chandrani Gupta, Ms Bhumika Verma, Ms Swayamprava Pani, Prasanth C, Mukesh Kumar, Ms Urmila and Praveen Kumar.

Post of Vijay Kumar Siddappa Bhavikatti upgraded to Director level

The post of Vijay Kumar Siddappa Bhavikatti as DCO/DCR, Karnataka has been upgraded to Director level. He is a 2011 batch IAS officer of Haryana cadre.

Two IPS officers shifted in Maharashtra

Niket Kaushik has been appointed as Police Commissioner, Mira-Bhayandar, Vasai-Virar and Madhukar Pande was made Additional DG, Administration in Maharashtra.

Vipan Singh designated as Head Audit, Union Bank

Vipan Singh, General Manager (Empaneled Chief General Manager [CGM]) of the Bank has been designated as the Head - Audit & Inspection Vertical of Union Bank of India.

10 members of SCS of UP promoted as IAS

Ten members of the State Civil Service (SCS) of Uttar Pradesh (UP) have been promoted as IAS against the Select List of 2023 and awarded UP cadre. Those promoted include: Vidhan Jaiswal, Bhanu Pratap Yadav, Rajesh Kumar Singh, Balram Singh, Shailendra Kumar Bhatia, Devi Prasad Pal, Anju Lata, Jay Nath Yadav, Gulab Chandra and Ram Suresh Verma.

2 IPS officers get new postings in Maharashtra

Two IPS officers have been given new assignments in Maharashtra. Niket Kaushik has been appointed as Police Commissioner, Mira-Bhayandar-Vasai-Virar and Madhukar Pandey will take over as ADGP (Administration), Mumbai.

Members of SCS of UP promoted as IAS against SL of 2024

Twelve members of the State Civil Service (SCS) of Uttar Pradesh (UP) have been promoted as IAS against the Select List of 2024 and awarded UP cadre. The promoted officers are: Ran Vijai Singh; Dayanand Prasad; Vinod Kumar Gour; Sachin Kumar Singh; Vivek Kumar Srivastava; Basant Agrawal; Vandita Srivastava; Mahendra Kumar Singh; Vinay Kumar Singh; Rajesh Kumar; Yogendra Kumar and Mrs Neelam.

22 SAG level IPoS officers assigned addl charge

As many as 22 Senior Administrative Grade (SAG) level officers of Indian Postal Service (IPoS) have been assigned additional charge. PMG, Dibrugarh Region will hold additional charge of CPMG, Assam Circle, while PMG, Jammu Region has been given addl charge of CPMG, J&K Circle and PMG, HQ Region Bengaluru will also handle charge of CPMG, Karnataka Circle. Similarly, PMG (Mails & BD) Mumbai was assigned concurrent charge of CPMG, Maharashtra Circle; PMG, Goa Region of CMG, Maharashtra Circle; PMG, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar of CPMG, Maharashtra Circle; PMG, Mumbai Region of CPMG, Maharashtra Circle; PMG, Punjab West Region, Chandigarh of CPMG, Punjab Circle; PMG, Berhampur Region of CPMG, Odisha Circle; PMG, Sambalpur Region of CPMG, Odisha Circle; PMG, Kolkata Region of CPMG, West Bengal Circle; PMG, Pune Region of PMG, Navi Mumbai Region; PMG, Rajkot Region of PMG, South Gujarat Region, Vadodara; PMG, NE Region, Kozhikode (Calicut) of PMG, Central Region, Kochi;  PMG, NE-II, Dimapur of PMG, NE-I Region, Agartala/Aizawl; PMG (Mails & BD), Chennai of PMG, Chennai City Region; PMG, Western Region, Jodhpur of PMG, Southern Region, Ajmer; PMG, Madurai Region of PMG, Central Region. Trichy; PMG, Agra Region of PMG, Bareilly Region; PMG, Kanpur Region of PMG (Mails & BD), Lucknow; PMG, Andaman & Nicobar Region of PMG, South Bengal Region and PMG, Sikkim Region has been given an additional charge of PMG, North Bengal Region, Siliguri.

 

WWF seeks Cluster Devp Exe (THREADS Project), Assam

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is seeking a Cluster Development Executive (THREADS Project) for Sonitpur, Assam.

UNFPA readvertises for Individual Consultant (Local) for Odisha

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has readvertised for Individual Consultant (Local) for Programme Coordinator - Family Planning, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha. Applications must reach latest by July 7, 2025.

Vacancies for Dialysis Medical Officer, MoHFW advertised

Two vacancies for the post of Dialysis Medical Officer, Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) have been advertised. Application must reach latest by July 17, 2025.

Four out of five NOD posts in GRSE lying vacant

Four out of five Non-official Independent Director (NOD) posts in Defence PSU Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE) are lying vacant. The remaining one post is also likely to fall vacant by June, 2026.

Last date to apply for NHRC Short Film Competition is Aug 31

Last date to apply for National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Short Film Competition- 2025 is August 31, 2025.

TRAI, New Delhi seeks Yoga Instructor

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), New Delhi has advertised for Yoga Instructor on deputation basis. Applications must reach on or before July 24, 2025.

Last date to apply for Dy Director (Fin & Accs), IWAI is July 31

Last date to apply for Deputy Director (Finance and Accounts), Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has been extended. The revised date is July 31, 2025.

Last date to apply for Director, IWAI is July 31

Last date to apply for Director, Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has been extended. The revised date is July 31, 2025.

DFCCIL seeks JGM (MM), Corporate Office

Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) has advertised for Joint General Manager (Material Management), Corporate Office on deputation basis.

SECL Honoured for Commendable Contribution to GST Revenue

South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has been honoured by the GST Department, Jabalpur, as an Outstanding Taxpayer for its commendable contribution to GST revenue. The award was presented during the 8th GST Day celebrations, recognizing SECL’s timely tax payments, adherence to a transparent tax regime, and active role in strengthening government revenue. In FY 2024–25, SECL ensured timely filing of tax returns, prompt settlement of tax liabilities, and strict compliance with all legal and regulatory guidelines, thereby contributing significantly to the government’s revenue base. On  July 9, 2025, under the leadership of Director (Finance) D. Sunil Kumar, a team from the Finance Department paid a courtesy visit to SECL CMD Harish Duhan and presented the award received for SECL’s outstanding contribution in the GST domain during the financial year 2024–25. CMD Duhan congratulated the Finance team for this achievement and appreciated their hard work, efficiency, and spirit of teamwork. On this occasion, Director Technical (Operations/Project & Planning) N Franklin Jayakumar, Director (HR) Biranchi Das, CDN Singh (General Manager, Finance), Anand Bakshi (Deputy General Manager, Internal Audit), and other senior officials were also present.

 

Ajaneesh Kumar accredited as Ambassador to Uruguay (UPDATED)

Ajaneesh Kumar, presently Ambassador of India to Argentina, has been concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador of India to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay, with residence in Buenos Aires. He is a 1996 batch IFS officer.

 

ECPDCL signs agreements for 33.26 lakh prepaid meters in Gujarat (UPDATED)

RECPDCL, a wholly owned subsidiary of REC Limited, has signed the PIA Agreement and the DDF Agreement for the “Appointment of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Service Provider for the rollout of 33.26 Lakh Smart Prepaid Metering (Phase-II Project) under the RDSS Scheme in Paschim Gujarat Vij Company Limited (PGVCL) jurisdiction on DBFOOT basis” on July 10 at Rajkot, Gujarat.

Further, the AMISP Contract Agreement was also signed by RECPDCL with M/s Bharat Grid Private Limited, a joint venture between Actis and EDF India.

The agreement was signed in the presence of K P Joshi, IAS, MD-PGVCL; TSC Bosh, CEO-RECPDCL; Saurabh Rastogi, Executive Director-RECPDCL; RJ Vala, Chief Engineer-PGVCL; Christophe Feuillard, CEO-BGPL; and other officials of PGVCL, RECPDCL, and Bharat Grid.

The key benefits of the project include loss reduction, reduced downtime, better consumer engagement, and improved overall efficiency of the distribution sector.

Ram Kumar Singh to hold addl charge in Haryana (UPDATED)

Ram Kumar Singh, Special Secretary, Revenue & Disaster Management Department, Haryana, has been assigned additional charge of posts of District Municipal Commissioner, Panchkula and Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, while he has been relieved of the charge of Special Secretary, Irrigation & Water Resources & MD, HSMITC. He is a 2012 batch IAS officer of Haryana cadre.

2 IAS officers get new assignments in W Bengal (UPDATED)

Hirdyesh Mohan has been appointed as ACS, Correctional Administration Department, while Anoop Kumar Agarwal, will take over as ACS, Department of Information Technology & Electronics, in West Bengal.

Rajesh Kumar posted as PS, Mass Education Extension in W Bengal (UPDATED)

Rajesh Kumar has been appointed as Principal Secretary, Mass Education Extension and Library Services Department, in West Bengal. He is an IPS officer.

Karthik Malladi inducted as SP, NIA (UPDATED)

Karthik Malladi has been inducted as Superintendent of Police, National Investigation Agency (NIA) on deputation basis. He is a 2016 batch IPS officer of Manipur cadre.

Rudolf Alvares appointed as DIG, SSB (UPDATED)

Rudolf Alvares has been appointed as DIGP, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) on deputation basis for a period up to December 13, 2027. He is a 2009 batch IPS officer of MP cadre.



WHISPERS - CORPORATE WORLD
Venkatraman appointed as ED, Federal Bank

Venkatraman has been appointed as Executive Director on the Board of Federal Bank for a period of three.

Ms Ekta Agarwal is Interim Company Secretary, Biocon

Ms Ekta Agarwal has been appointed as the Interim Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, Biocon.

Prateek Agarwal appointed as GM, Lux Industries Ltd

Prateek Agarwal has been appointed as General Manager - IT and New Initiatives and a Senior Management Personnel of the Company, Lux Industries Limited.

Kiran Murthi appointed as Addl Director, Cerebra Total IT Solutions

Kiran Murthi has been appointed as Additional Director and as an Independent Director of Cerebra Total IT Solutions.

Vasudevan Nair appointed as Addl Director, Cerebra Total IT Solutions

Vasudevan Nair has been appointed as Additional Director and as an Independent Director of Cerebra Total IT Solutions.

Jignesh J Mehta appointed as Addl Director, Cerebra Total IT Solutions

Jignesh J Mehta has been appointed as Additional Director and as an Independent Director of Cerebra Total IT Solutions.

Ms Ruma Chatterjee appointed as Addl Director, Cerebra Total IT Solutions

Ms Ruma Chatterjee has been appointed as Additional Director and as an Independent Director of Cerebra Total IT Solutions.

Religare gets three Directors

Arjun Lamba, Gurumurthy Ramanathan and Suresh Mahalingam have been appointed as Directors on the Board of Religare.

Dilip Kumar Bhatia appointed as Addl Director, KG Petrochem Ltd

Dilip Kumar Bhatia has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Independent) of KG Petrochem Limited.

Umang Prithani appointed as Addl Joint MD, Brahmaputra Infra Ltd

Umang Prithani has been appointed as Additional Joint Managing Director of Brahmaputra Infrastructure Ltd for a period of five years.

Whispers Forum
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Information should be shared

Information(s) regarding opportunities for experienced legal consultancy in the various Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and Departments/ Ministries Govt of India should also be shared/ given.

T N Tiwari

 

Rich dividend after retirement

Political loyalty of bureaucrats pays rich dividend after retirement.

Rajesh Gohel

 

DATE WITH RTI

Verification of BPL status of RTI applicant

The appellant sought data on customer satisfaction ratings for SBI services from its inception to the current date and asked for the categorization of ratings by type of service and other related information. The PIO provided certain information and clarified before the CIC that data sought on certain points of the RTI application was not available in the desired format. The CIC upheld the order of the CIC. The CIC brought it to the notice of the respondent that in a series of matters filed by the same appellant against a different public authority i.e IDPL (File nos. CIC/IDPCL/A/2024/612395 and CIC/IDPCL/A/2024/604666) an order was passed to veracity of the appellant’s BPL status. The CIC advised the respondent to exercise due caution with respect to the future RTI application received from the appellant relying on his BPL status.

Comments

There is no specific section of the RTI Act, 2005 or rule which prescribes whether the verification of the BPL status should be done, if the PIO has doubts regarding the same. If there are any suspicions, the PIO could ask for the BPL certificate to verify the status of the RTI applicant.

Citation: Rachhpal Singh Saini v. State Bank of India, CIC/SBIND/A/2024/602064; Date of Decision: 22.05.2025

Dr Anuradha Verma (dranuradhaverma@yahoo.co.in) is a RTI Consultant currently working with IIM Vishakhapatnam. She has co-authored the books PIO’s Guide to RTI and Right to Information – Law and Practice. Her weekly article is being published since 2008 on this site. She offers consultancy on RTI matters and third party audit to individuals / organisations. Her other articles can be read at the website of RTI Foundation at the link https://www.rtifoundationofindia.com

 

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