A day after a significant reshuffle among the IPS cadres, the Odisha government has undertaken another major administrative reshuffle, transferring 47 Revenue Service officers across the state. The Revenue and Disaster Management Department issued a notification detailing the changes, appointing officers to new roles aimed at streamlining administration and ensuring efficient public service delivery.
Key Transfers and Appointments
One of the significant transfers is that of Babita Murmu, who served as the Assistant Collector at the Sub-Collector’s office in Bonai, Sundargarh. She has now been appointed as the Sub-Registrar at Karanjia, Mayurbhanj. Similarly, Biraja Prasad Ray, formerly the Additional Tahasildar of Balikuda in Jagatsinghpur, has been moved to the same position at Darpan, Jajpur.
Other notable transfers include Chinmaya Das, who has been moved from the Special LA & RRO at Rengali Irrigation Project, Sukinda to serve with the Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department as the Executive Officer of Nimapara NAC. Similarly, Chitrasen Dalai, previously Assistant Director at RITI, Gothapatana, Bhubaneswar, has now been appointed as Additional Tahasildar in Kanisi, Ganjam.
The transfers also touch key administrative roles in areas like Jajpur, Mayurbhanj, Khurda, and Bhubaneswar, reinforcing the Odisha government’s focus on improving efficiency at the grassroots level.
Strategic Moves for Enhanced Public Service
These transfers are viewed as part of the state government’s broader administrative reforms aimed at improving governance and ensuring timely delivery of public services, especially in rural and semi-urban areas. Revenue Service officers play a pivotal role in land administration, management of government properties, and ensuring revenue collection.
The reshuffle is expected to inject new energy into Odisha’s administrative framework, placing experienced officers in strategic positions to handle emerging challenges in land administration and public grievance redressal.
Below is a detailed list of some of the key transfers:
| SI No. | Name of the Officer | Present Posting | New Posting |
| 1 | Babita Murmu | Assistant Collector, Bonai, Sundargarh | Sub-Registrar, Karanjia, Mayurbhanj |
| 2 | Biraja Prasad Ray | Additional Tahasildar, Balikuda, Jagatsinghpur | Additional Tahasildar, Darpan, Jajpur |
| 3 | Chinmaya Das | Zone Officer, Rengali Irrigation Project, Sukinda, Jajpur | Executive Officer, Nimapara NAC (H&UD Department) |
| 4 | Chitrasen Dalai | Assistant Director, RITI, Gothapatana, Bhubaneswar | Additional Tahasildar, Kanisi, Ganjam |
| 5 | Rajendra Prasad Bhuyan | Assistant Collector, Ganjam | Additional Tahasildar, Kodinga, Nabarangpur |
| 6 | D. Gopal Reddy | Assistant Collector, Khordha | Additional Tahasildar, Khordha |
| 7 | Sanatan Malik | Additional Tahasildar, Khordha | Additional Tahasildar, Tangi, Khordha |
| 8 | Gagan Bihari Dash | Executive Officer, Remuna NAC, Balasore | Additional Tahasildar, Dharmasala, Jajpur |
| 9 | Jitendra Biswal | Additional Tahasildar, Kisorenagar, Angul | Additional Tahasildar, Hindol, Dhenkanal |
| 10 | Prabhat Ranjan Biswal | Additional Tahasildar, Garadpur, Kendrapara | Additional Tahasildar, Rairakhol, Sambalpur |
| 11 | Kamal Bihari Das | Sub-Registrar, Jaleswar, Balasore | Executive Officer, Jaleswar Municipality |
| 12 | Krushna Chandra Nayak | Additional Tahasildar, Daringbadi, Kandhamal | Additional Tahasildar, Ranpur, Nayagarh |
| 13 | Manoj Kumar Sahoo | Additional Tahasildar, Kusumi, Mayurbhanj | Additional Tahasildar, Remuna, Balasore |
| 14 | Purusottam Mishra | Additional Tahasildar, Remuna, Balasore | Sub-Registrar, Jaleswar, Balasore |
| 15 | Dipti Ranjan Jena | Additional Tahasildar, Rasgovindapur, Mayurbhanj | Assistant Collector, Balasore |
Ensuring Seamless Transitions
The state government has emphasized the importance of seamless transitions for all transferred officers, ensuring that their replacements are swiftly appointed to avoid any disruption in public services. The affected districts, such as Mayurbhanj, Sundargarh, Jajpur, and Ganjam, are key revenue-earning regions for the state, and the timely appointments are crucial for maintaining effective governance in these areas.
Conclusion
The Odisha government’s decision to transfer 47 Revenue Service officers signifies its continued focus on enhancing governance and public service delivery. The reshuffle aims to place capable officers in crucial roles, ensuring that the state’s administrative machinery functions smoothly and efficiently across all districts. As Odisha continues to push forward with developmental goals, these strategic appointments will play a vital role in strengthening governance at the grassroots level.
Prasanta Patnaik