Shashi Bhushan Kumar Appointed to Water Resources Department; Kantilal Dande Assumes Role of Acting Chief of Panchayat Raj

The Andhra Pradesh government has announced the transfer of Special Chief Secretary Shashi Bhushan Kumar to the Water Resources Department. This transition comes as G. Sai Prasad has been relieved of his responsibility as Full Additional Charge (FAC) in that department. In a subsequent adjustment, Kantilal Dande has been appointed as the new FAC for the Panchayat Raj department.

This reshuffling reflects the government’s ongoing efforts to optimize departmental leadership and enhance the effectiveness of service delivery in key areas such as water resources and local governance. The Water Resources Department is critical for managing the states water supply and irrigation systems, while the Panchayat Raj department plays a vital role in grassroots-level governance and rural development. These appointments are significant as they aim to address the administrative challenges and improve the implementation of government schemes at the local level.