OAS Officers Reassigned: New Roles in Real Estate and MSME Departments

Bhubaneswar: The Mohan Majhi-led Odisha government has made significant changes in the roles of two Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) officers. These changes, as announced by the General Administration & Public Grievance (GA&PG) Department, are aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the respective departments.

In a recent notification, the GA&PG Department stated that Sravani Patnaik, who was previously serving as the Secretary of the Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) in Bhubaneswar, has been transferred and posted as an Additional Secretary to the Government in the Micro Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) Department. This move is expected to bring fresh perspectives and innovative strategies to the MSME sector, which plays a crucial role in the state's economic growth.

Meanwhile, Manashi Mandhata, who was serving as the Additional Secretary in the MSME Department, has been reassigned to the role of Secretary of ORERA, Bhubaneswar. This transfer is anticipated to leverage Mandhata's experience in the MSME sector to strengthen the regulatory framework of the real estate market in Odisha.

The Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) is a statutory body established under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016. Its primary function is to protect the interests of homebuyers, promote a healthy real estate market, and ensure transparency and accountability in the sector. The MSME Department, on the other hand, is responsible for the promotion and development of micro, small, and medium enterprises, which are vital for employment generation and industrial growth in the state.

These transfers reflect the government's commitment to fostering a dynamic and responsive administrative system. By reassigning experienced and capable officers to new roles, the government aims to address the unique challenges and opportunities in each department, ultimately contributing to the overall development and welfare of the state.

The new roles of Sravani Patnaik and Manashi Mandhata are expected to bring a fresh wave of reforms and initiatives, benefiting both the real estate and MSME sectors. The public, particularly stakeholders in these sectors, are looking forward to the positive changes that these reassignments are expected to bring.

In conclusion, the reassignment of these OAS officers demonstrates the government's proactive approach to administrative reform and its dedication to enhancing the efficiency of key departments. The new roles of Sravani Patnaik and Manashi Mandhata are poised to have a significant impact on the regulatory and developmental landscape of Odisha.