1992-batch IAS officer given additional charge of Secretary, D/o Consumer Affairs
Babushahi Bureau
New Delhi, June 20, 2026: The Central Government has approved the assignment of additional charge of Secretary, Department of Food and Public Distribution, to senior IAS officer Nidhi Khare, who is currently serving as Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs.
According to an official order, Khare will hold the additional responsibility from June 20 to July 2, 2026, during the leave period of Sanjeev Chopra, IAS, Secretary, Department of Food and Public Distribution.
Khare, a 1992-batch IAS officer, will oversee the functioning of both departments during the interim period.