New Delhi, October 16 (APAC Media): IAS officer Sonal Swaroop has been appointed as Director in the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti on central deputation for a period of five years.
She is a 2012 batch IAS officer of the AGMUT cadre.
According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on October 14, 2026, the appointment was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).
Her tenure will be five years from the date she assumes charge, or until further orders, whichever is earlier. The Ministry of Home Affairs recommended her for central deputation.
Current Assignment
Swaroop is currently serving as Director of Census Operations and Director of Citizen Registration for Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya. She has held these assignments since April–May 2026, following her appointment for a three-year tenure.
About the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation
The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation functions under the Ministry of Jal Shakti and is responsible for policy formulation and programme implementation related to drinking water and sanitation. Its work includes rural drinking water supply and sanitation initiatives.
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