UP is undergoing major bureaucratic reshuffle which witnesses transfer of 33 IAS officers including 11 District Collectors.
In a late-night administrative overhaul, the Uttar Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath transferred 33 IAS officers, including 11 District Magistrates, in a strategic move to strengthen governance ahead of crucial deadlines.
Key Appointments
In Varanasi
DM: Satyendra Kumar (2013 batch, formerly Special Secretary to CM)
Divisional Commissioner: S. Rajalingam (2009 batch, ex-DM Varanasi)
*Ex-Commissioner Kaushal Raj Sharma (2006 batch) moved as Secretary to CM*
Other Notable Changes
IAS Shishir (2013 batch, ex-Information Director) → Special Secretary, MSME & CEO, Khadi Board
IAS Vishal Singh (ex-DM Bhadohi) → Director, Information & Culture
Strategic Focus
The reshuffle impacts key districts like Varanasi, Bareilly, Jhansi, Azamgarh, Hapur, and Mahoba, indicating a push for administrative efficiency in politically sensitive regions.
