New Delhi, July 23 (APAC Media): The Centre has appointed IAS Rakesh Kumar Prajapati as Director in the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
The appointment has been approved by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) under the Central Staffing Scheme.
Five Year Central Deputation
A 2012-batch Himachal Pradesh cadre IAS officer, Prajapati has been appointed for a five-year tenure from the date he assumes charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
He will join the Centre after being relieved by the Himachal Pradesh government.
Currently Serving in Himachal Pradesh
Prajapati is presently serving as Director, Tourism and Civil Aviation in the Himachal Pradesh government.
His experience in state administration is expected to support policy formulation and implementation at DPIIT.
Role at DPIIT
At DPIIT, Prajapati will contribute to initiatives related to industrial development, investment promotion, ease of doing business, startup ecosystem and internal trade reforms.
The appointment is part of the Centre’s ongoing efforts to strengthen key ministries with experienced officers under the Central Staffing Scheme.
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