Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Ashok Barnwal Appointed New Chief Secretary
Ashok Barnwal, a 1991 batch IAS officer, has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Madhya Pradesh.
He took over from Anurag Jain, who has been appointed as the CEO of NITI Aayog.
Barnwal will serve until January next year, with the possibility of an extension.
He has experience working with four Chief Ministers and in various departments.
Jain served as Chief Secretary for 22 months and oversaw important projects like the promotion policy and e-filing systems.
Ashok Barnwal appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Madhya Pradesh.
Anurag Jain relieved from the post to become CEO of NITI Aayog.
Barnwal to serve until January next year, with possible extension.
Barnwal has experience working with four Chief Ministers and in various departments.
Jain served as Chief Secretary for 22 months, overseeing key projects.
- Who
- Ashok Barnwal, Anurag Jain
- What
- Appointment of new Chief Secretary
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- Anurag Jain became CEO of NITI Aayog
Government Decision
Public Reaction
Appointment Process
Government Decision
The government followed standard procedures for the appointment, ensuring a smooth transition of power.
Public Reaction
Some citizens question the transparency and fairness of the selection process.
- New Chief Secretary
- Ashok Barnwal
- Previous Chief Secretary
- Anurag Jain
- Batch of New Chief Secretary
- 1991
- Tenure of Previous Chief Secretary
- 22 months
- Key Achievements of Previous CS
- Promotion policy, e-filing, e-cabinet systems