December 24th 2024.
In a recent development, the Odisha Government has announced the appointment of R Santhanagopalan, a distinguished IAS officer, as the new Secretary for the Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department. This move comes as a significant step towards promoting the welfare and rights of individuals with disabilities in the state.
Santhanagopalan, a seasoned 2001-batch officer, is currently serving as the Chief Electoral Officer for Odisha and also holds the position of Commissioner-cum-Secretary for the Home Department. With his vast experience and expertise, he is well-equipped to take on this new role and drive positive change for the disabled community.
According to an official notification, Santhanagopalan will also be shouldering the additional responsibility of Secretary for the SSEPD Department. This means that he will now be responsible for overseeing the implementation of various policies and programs aimed at empowering and supporting persons with disabilities.
The appointment of Sanjeeb Kumar Mishra as the Principal Secretary for the SSEPD Department, which was made earlier, will be terminated as soon as Santhanagopalan assumes his new role. This decision was taken in light of the recent summons received by Bishnupada Sethi, the previous appointee, by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with a bribery case.
With these significant changes in the administration, the Odisha Government is demonstrating its commitment towards ensuring the well-being and inclusion of individuals with disabilities. This move is expected to bring about positive and much-needed changes in the state's approach towards disability rights and support systems.
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