Shri Anil Raj Rai IAS (Sikkim 2013), presently Secretary, Food & Civil Supplies Department, Sikkim, is transferred and appointed as Secretary – Rural Development Department, Sikkim.
The Secretary, Rural Development Department, Government of Sikkim plays a crucial role in driving the state’s rural growth and empowerment initiatives. The position is responsible for formulating and implementing policies that enhance rural livelihoods, strengthen local governance, and improve infrastructure in villages. The Secretary oversees key programmes such as rural housing, sanitation, employment generation, and poverty alleviation through convergence with central schemes like MGNREGA and PMAY. By promoting participatory development and sustainable practices, the office ensures that rural communities benefit from inclusive growth. The role reflects Sikkim’s commitment to balanced development and the upliftment of its rural population.
Indian Bureaucracy News Network wishes Shri Anil Raj Rai the very best.