A. Chawla, Secretary of DIPAM, and T. Pandey, Revenue Secretary, were appointed

Prior to the Union Budget 2025, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) authorized significant changes to prominent roles in the Ministry of Finance. As the administration prepares for the Budget, Tuhin Kanta Pandey and Arunish Chawla have been moved to key positions, indicating a calculated reorganization.Ahead of the Union Budget 2025, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) authorized major changes to senior positions in the Ministry of Finance on January 8, 2025. Tuhin Kanta Pandey and Arunish Chawla have been reassigned to important positions as part of these strategic appointments. As the administration gets ready for Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's budget presentation on February 1, 2025, these reshuffles are viewed as crucial. The modifications show a persistent emphasis on bolstering the finance ministry's involvement in important financial management and policy choices.

Important Developments Tuhin Kanta Pandey's new position as Secretary of the Department of Revenue Maintaining Position: Finance Secretary Experience: 1987 batch IAS Officer (Odisha cadre) played a significant part in LIC's public listing and Air India's privatization. possesses an MBA from the UK and a master's degree in economics. renowned for implementing successful administrative and financial improvements Chawla Arunish Secretary of the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) is the new position. Additional Responsibility: Secretary, Ministry of Culture and Department of Public Enterprises (DPE)Background IAS Officer, Bihar cadre, 1992 batch Former Pharma Secretary, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers On December 25, 2024, the new Revenue Secretary was appointed.