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Odisha's first woman CS Anu Garg assumes office
Orissa POST
|January 01, 2026
Senior IAS officer Anu Garg Wednesday evening took charge as the Chief Secretary (CS) of Odisha, becoming the first woman in the state to hold the prestigious post.
Garg took charge from outgoing Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, who retired from service Wednesday. She was also the first woman Development Commissioner (DC) of the state, appointed in March 2023.
Congratulating Garg, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said her appointment is a historic milestone that reflects the government's commitment to excellence and empowerment.
"I am sure that her vast experience and vision will drive Odisha to scale new heights of development," Majhi wrote on X.
This story is from the January 01, 2026 edition of Orissa POST.
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