If sources are to be believed, Pradeep Kumar Tripathi ( IAS: 1987 JK cadre) is likely to be named as Establishment officer as successor to the Rajiv Kumar ( IAS : 1984 JH cadre), the outgoing EO, DOPT.
Establishment Officer, DOPT functions as Secretary to the appointment committee of cabinet, the final appointing authority of India headed by Prime minister. Speculations is on for last few months that who will take charge after incumbent officer gets promoted.
