In a significant administrative development, the Divisional Commissioner of Nagpur, Vijayalakshmi Bidari, has been elevated to the senior rank of Principal Secretary. The promotion was officially confirmed through a communication issued by the General Administration Department on Wednesday.
Continuity in Nagpur's Administration
Vijayalakshmi Bidari will continue to serve as the Divisional Commissioner of Nagpur despite her new rank. This decision ensures administrative continuity and stability in the region, allowing ongoing projects and governance initiatives to proceed without disruption. Her promotion recognizes her extensive experience and service.
A Stellar and Varied Administrative Career
An Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer with a distinguished career, Bidari has held a multitude of key positions both within Maharashtra and at the central government level. She assumed the role of Divisional Commissioner of Nagpur in August 2022, bringing her wide-ranging expertise to the position.
Her career portfolio is notably diverse:
- Controller at the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Bengaluru, just before her Nagpur posting.
- Regional Director with the Staff Selection Commission.
- Municipal Commissioner of Kolhapur.
- District Collector of Sindhudurg.
- Chief Executive Officer of Sindhudurg Zilla Parishad.
- Various senior roles within the state government machinery.
Her early career included a stint in the state of Assam, adding to her pan-India administrative perspective. This promotion to Principal Secretary is a testament to her proven track record across different sectors, from local governance and district administration to cutting-edge space technology and central government commissions.
Implications and Recognition
The promotion underscores the value placed on seasoned bureaucrats who can provide steady leadership. By allowing her to continue in her current post, the government has prioritized seamless governance in Nagpur division. Bidari's career path serves as an exemplar for the IAS, showcasing the potential for officers to contribute significantly across vastly different domains of public service.
