Pankaj Kumar appointed Joint Secretary marks a key administrative appointment in the Ministry of Power, strengthening leadership in India’s power sector governance.
Pankaj Kumar, a 2002-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre, has been appointed for a tenure of five years.
Strengthening leadership in the power sector
In his new role, he will be involved in policy formulation, implementation, and coordination across key initiatives within the Ministry of Power.
The ministry plays a critical role in shaping India’s electricity sector, including generation, transmission, and distribution reforms.
Administrative experience and governance focus
The Pankaj Kumar appointed Joint Secretary development reflects continued efforts to strengthen administrative leadership in key infrastructure sectors.
His experience as a senior IAS officer positions him to contribute to policy execution and sectoral growth.

