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Sharad Chauhan Appointed as Chief Secretary of Puducherry.

Appointments | Dated: 27 Jan 2026

Senior IAS officer Sharad Chauhan has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Puducherry. He is a 1994-batch IAS officer of the AGMUT cadre. He succeeds Rajeev Verma, who has been transferred to Chandigarh as Advisor to the Administrator.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The appointment was issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
  • Puducherry is a Union Territory with a Legislative Assembly.
  • The Chief Secretary acts as the principal advisor to the Chief Minister and the LG.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Appointee: Sharad Chauhan.
  • Role: Chief Secretary.
  • UT: Puducherry.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Puducherry in January 2026?

Correct Answer: Sharad Chauhan

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About Puducherry

  • CM – N. Rangasamy
  • Lt. Governor – C.P. Radhakrishnan