In a major reshuffle aimed at realigning the administrative machinery of Jammu & Kashmir, the General Administration Department released the IAS Transfer List Today, dated 05/08/2025, affecting 14 senior IAS and JKAS officers. The decision is being viewed as a strategic move to boost efficiency in governance, especially across the civil aviation, transport, and district-level leadership spectrum.
Top-Level IAS Transfers Announced
The most notable transfer is that of Mr. Naveen S L, IAS (AGMUT:2012). Previously serving as Secretary, Transport Department, he has now been appointed Secretary, Civil Aviation Department, with additional charge as Commissioner, Civil Aviation, relieving Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary of the role.
Replacing him in the Transport Department is Ms. Avny Lavasa, IAS (AGMUT:2013), who was previously awaiting orders of posting in the General Administration Department. This marks her return to a core executive role.
Significant Administrative Movements
Another key change includes Mr. Anshul Garg, IAS (AGMUT:2013), CEO of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, who has been appointed as the Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir—a highly sensitive and strategic post.
Meanwhile, Mr. Vikas Kundal, IAS, serving as Deputy Commissioner of Poonch, has been moved to the position of Chairman, J&K Services Selection Board, a crucial body in state-level recruitment.
Mr. Gurpal Singh, IAS (AGMUT:2014), Director of Social Welfare in Jammu, has been appointed as the Managing Director of Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL).
District-Level Reshuffles
District administration has seen sweeping changes:
- Mr. Sachin Kumar Vaishya, IAS (AGMUT:2015), DC Jammu, becomes the new CEO of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board.
- Mr. Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, IAS (AGMUT:2016), MD of JPDCL, takes over as DC Kupwara.
- Dr. Rakesh Minhas, IAS, DC Kathua, is now posted as DC Jammu.
- Ms. Ayushi Sudan, IAS, moves from Kupwara to become the new DC Samba.
JKAS Officers Shifted
- Mr. Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, JKAS, DC Bandipora, has been moved to the General Administration Department and will await further orders.
- Ms. Indu Kanwal, JKAS, Chairman of the J&K Services Selection Board, becomes the DC of Bandipora.
- Mr. Ashok Kumar Sharma, JKAS, Special Secretary in Labour & Employment, is now the DC of Poonch.
- Mr. Rajesh Sharma, JKAS, formerly DC Samba, has been appointed as DC Kathua.
IAS Transfer List Today – 05 August 2025
| Officer & Previous Role | Transferred & New Role |
|---|---|
| Mr. Naveen S L, IAS (AGMUT:2012) Secretary, Transport Dept. | Secretary, Civil Aviation Dept. Additional Charge: Commissioner, Civil Aviation |
| Ms. Avny Lavasa, IAS (AGMUT:2013) Awaiting Posting (GAD) | Secretary, Transport Department |
| Mr. Anshul Garg, IAS (AGMUT:2013) CEO, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board | Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir |
| Mr. Vikas Kundal, IAS (AGMUT:2013) DC, Poonch | Chairman, J&K Services Selection Board |
| Mr. Gurpal Singh, IAS (AGMUT:2014) Director, Social Welfare, Jammu | MD, Jammu Power Distribution Corp Ltd |
| Mr. Sachin Kumar Vaishya, IAS (AGMUT:2015) DC, Jammu | CEO, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board |
| Mr. Anil Banka, IAS (AGMUT:2015) Awaiting Posting (GAD) | Special Secretary, Finance Department |
| Mr. Shrikant B. Suse, IAS (AGMUT:2016) MD, Jammu Power Dist. Corp | DC, Kupwara |
| Dr. Rakesh Minhas, IAS (AGMUT:2016) DC, Kathua | DC, Jammu |
| Ms. Ayushi Sudan, IAS (AGMUT:2017) DC, Kupwara | DC, Samba |
| Mr. Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, JKAS DC, Bandipora | Awaiting Further Orders (GAD) |
| Ms. Indu Kanwal, JKAS Chairman, JKSSB | DC, Bandipora |
| Mr. Ashok Kumar Sharma, JKAS Special Secretary, Labour & Employment | DC, Poonch |
| Mr. Rajesh Sharma, JKAS DC, Samba | DC, Kathua |
Final Thoughts
This latest IAS Transfer List Today reflects the government’s effort to place experienced officers in strategic roles to enhance administrative effectiveness. With key shifts in aviation, public utilities, and district governance, this reshuffle is expected to drive momentum in regional development and service delivery.
Stay tuned for further updates on civil services postings, officer profiles, and governance reforms across Jammu & Kashmir.
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