Arunita Phukan Yadav IRS extension as Executive Director- Tea Board, Guwahati
Ms. Arunita Phukan Yadav IRS (C&CE 2011) presently Executive Director- Tea Board, Guwahati under the Department of Commerce has been given extension for a further period of one year with effect from 01.06.2026 and upto 31.05.2027 (i.e. a total tenure of 06 years outside the cadre) by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.
The Tea Board, Guwahati is a key regional office of the Tea Board of India, playing a crucial role in the development and promotion of the tea industry in Northeast India. Headquartered in Guwahati, this office oversees tea cultivation, production, quality control, and marketing initiatives across Assam and neighboring states, which together account for a significant share of India’s total tea output.
The Guwahati office actively supports tea growers, especially small tea growers, by providing technical guidance, financial assistance, and training programs to improve productivity and sustainability. It also implements various schemes aimed at modernizing tea estates, promoting organic farming, and enhancing export competitiveness. Quality assurance and certification are important functions, ensuring that Indian tea meets global standards.
Additionally, the Tea Board in Guwahati plays a major role in promoting Assam tea in domestic and international markets. It facilitates participation in trade fairs, buyer-seller meets, and branding campaigns to strengthen the global presence of Indian tea. The office also coordinates research and development activities in collaboration with institutions like the Tea Research Association.
Overall, the Tea Board, Guwahati serves as a vital link between policymakers, producers, and global markets, contributing significantly to the growth of India’s tea sector.
Indian Bureaucracy News wishes Ms. Arunita Phukan Yadav the very best.