Odisha Govt Transfers Six Senior OAS Officers in Strategic Reshuffle

Bhubaneswar, August 11,(OT Webdesk) — In a significant administrative move, the Government of Odisha has announced the transfer and posting of six senior Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) officers.

The reshuffle, executed by the General Administration & Public Grievance Department, aims to bolster governance efficiency and support developmental priorities across the state.

  • Surendra Kumar Panda: Appointed Chief General Manager (P&A), IDCO, Bhubaneswar (from Health & Family Welfare).
  • Soojata Mesra: Moved to Higher Education Department as Special Secretary (from ST & SC Development).
  • Niti Ranjan Sen: Posted as Managing Director, State Seeds Corporation Ltd. (from Labour & ESI).
  • Shiv Shankar Mishra: Assigned as Project Administrator, ITDA, Karanjia, Mayurbhanj (from Forest & Environment).
  • Gourabamaya Pradhan: Becomes Additional Executive Officer, Zilla Parishad, Angul (from Sub-Collector, Kuchinda).
  • Poonam Rout: Now Deputy Secretary, Health & Family Welfare Department (from ITDA, Keonjhar).

This reshuffle reflects the state’s commitment to dynamic governance and strategic deployment of experienced officers in key roles