Anu Garg becomes Odisha’s first woman Chief Secretary

Why in news

Anu Garg, a 1991-batch IAS officer, was appointed as Odisha's first woman Chief Secretary following the retirement of Manoj Ahuja.

Background

Anu Garg is a 1991-batch IAS officer currently serving as Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary to the Planning and Convergence Department. She also holds additional charge of the Water Resources Department in Odisha.

Facts for Prelims

• PostAnu Garg: Appointed as the first woman Chief Secretary of Odisha.
• FactAnu Garg is a 1991-batch IAS officer.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of women's representation in top-tier civil services and its impact on administrative inclusivity in Indian states.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Representation gap: Historical under-representation of women in senior-most administrative roles despite quota policies
• Administrative continuity: Transition of leadership during political shifts and its impact on policy implementation

Keywords: Administrative leadership · Gender inclusivity · Civil service hierarchy · State governance

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