Patiala, November 11
2017-batch IAS officer Himanshu Jain today assumed charge as the new Deputy Commissioner of Patiala, assuring the people of the district of efficient, transparent and people-centric administration.
After taking charge, Himanshu Jain said that his priority would be to ensure the smooth delivery of administrative services to residents through progressive governance and a responsive administrative system.
Emphasising the importance of hassle-free paddy procurement, the newly appointed Deputy Commissioner said that in accordance with the directions of the Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, every effort would be made to ensure that farmers bringing their paddy to grain markets face no inconvenience during the procurement process.
He further said that although incidents of stubble burning had declined significantly compared to previous years, special efforts would be made to sensitise farmers about effective crop residue management and encourage them to adopt alternatives to stubble burning.
It is worth mentioning that Himanshu Jain has previously held several important administrative positions. His assignments include Deputy Commissioner of Ludhiana and Rupnagar, Additional Principal Secretary in the Chief Minister’s Office, Commissioner of Hoshiarpur Municipal Corporation and Additional Deputy Commissioner (Urban Development) in Jalandhar.
On the occasion of his assuming charge, ADC (General) Anuprita Johal, SP Rajesh Chhibber, RTA Poonampreet Kaur, SDMs Gurdev Singh and Harjot Kaur Mavi, District Revenue Officer Karamjot Singh, District Controller, Food and Civil Supplies, Dr Ravinder Kaur, along with other officers and employees of the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, welcomed him by presenting bouquets.
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Following the formal assumption of charge, Himanshu Jain held an introductory meeting with district officials and reviewed various important government schemes and administrative matters.
Earlier, upon his arrival at the District Administrative Complex, a contingent of Patiala Police accorded him a ceremonial welcome with a Guard of Honour.
