Deepak Kumar, a senior IAS officer, has been appointed as the new Home Secretary of Uttar Pradesh on March 19, 2024.
- The appointment of Deepak Kumar was approved by the Election Commission.
- Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer, Randeep Rinwa, confirmed Deepak Kumar’s appointment.
- Deepak Kumar is currently serving as the Additional Chief Secretary of Finance and Basic Education.
- Senior IAS officer Sanjay Prasad, who was previously handling the Home Department, is associated with the Chief Minister and also oversees the Information Department.
- Uttar Pradesh, which sends the maximum Lok Sabha members (80) is gearing up for the general elections in all seven phases.
Q: Who has been appointed as the new Home Secretary of Uttar Pradesh ?
a) Deepak Kumar
b) Sanjay Prasad
c) Randeep Rinwa
d) Alok Kumar
Answer: a) Deepak Kumar
