Agency for Integrated Care chief steps down ahead of GE2025

Mr Dinesh Vasu Dash has stepped down as chief executive of the Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) and will likely be fielded in the upcoming polls.

- Ng Wei Kai and Goh Yan Han

Mr Dinesh will hand over the reins to Mr Tan Chee Wee, who is now chief executive of the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA), the AIC said in a statement on March 28.

Mr Tan will take over on May 1. In the meantime, AIC deputy chief executive Noel Cheah will helm the agency.

The Ministry of Social and Family Development, which oversees ECDA, said in a statement on March 28 that Ms Ku Geok Boon will succeed Mr Tan.

Ms Ku is a long-time educator and was the first chief executive of SG Enable, the agency for disability and inclusion.

Mr Dinesh's last day was on March 27.

In its statement, the AIC said Mr Dinesh had stepped down "to pursue other opportunities". It also thanked him for his leadership and contributions.

In response to queries from The Straits Times, Mr Dinesh said: "My years in public service have been deeply meaningful and fulfilling. I hope to be able to continue serving and making a positive impact."

The AIC is a unit that falls under the Ministry of Health (MOH), and was set up to oversee and coordinate care services for seniors.