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V. Srinivas, a 1989-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Rajasthan, replacing Sudhansh Pant who is moving to a central government position. Srinivas also takes on additional roles as chairman of Rajasthan State Mines and Minerals Limited and the State’s Principal Resident Commissioner in New Delhi. His appointment, which comes ahead of his scheduled retirement in September 2026, has reportedly superseded a more senior officer and is seen by some as a result of central government influence. Srinivas plans to focus on implementing the “Viksit Rajasthan-2047” vision, attracting investments, and improving interdepartmental coordination. He aims to expedite the implementation of agreements from the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit-2024.

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V. Srinivas Appointed as New Chief Secretary of Rajasthan Amid Bureaucratic Shakeup

Jaipur, November 18, 2025 – Senior IAS officer V. Srinivas assumed the position of Chief Secretary of Rajasthan yesterday, November 17th, replacing Sudhansh Pant, who has been transferred to the Centre on deputation. The appointment of Srinivas, a 1989-batch officer, has sparked speculation regarding the influence of the central government on key bureaucratic decisions.

Srinivas, who previously served as the Secretary, Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances in the Union government, will also hold the additional charge of chairman of the Rajasthan State Mines and Minerals Limited and the State’s Principal Resident Commissioner in New Delhi. His tenure is set to conclude in September 2026 upon his retirement.

The sudden transfer of Pant has raised eyebrows, with some suggesting it highlights the Centre’s power over state-level appointments. Sources indicate a major administrative reshuffle is anticipated following Srinivas’s arrival, with changes expected in the Chief Minister’s Office and various key departments.

Upon assuming office, Srinivas outlined his vision for the state, emphasizing the implementation of “Viksit Rajasthan-2047” and attracting investments to key sectors. “My primary objective will be to establish better coordination among all departments and pursue the priority sector programs with speedy and effective implementation of the government’s plans,” he stated. He further emphasized the state’s track record of innovation in areas like agriculture and healthcare and pledged to prioritize the implementation of MoUs signed during the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit-2024.

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