Raipur. S. Jaivardhan, a 2014-batch IAS officer of the Chhattisgarh cadre, has been appointed to the central government as Deputy Secretary in the Union Home Ministry. The central government issued an order in this regard on October 14, 2026. Under this order, he will be required to assume charge of his new position within three weeks from the date of issuance of the appointment order.

S. Jayawardhan has been appointed on central deputation. According to the order, his appointment will be effective for four years from the date of assumption of office or until further orders. The term of the appointment will be determined according to the earlier of the two.

Chhattisgarh government will have to relieve itself from work

The central government has informed the Chief Secretary of Chhattisgarh of the appointment. The state government has also been asked to relieve S. Jaivardhan of his current responsibilities. Following his release, he will serve as Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs in New Delhi.

Joining required within three weeks

The central government order directs officers to assume their duties within the stipulated timeframe. If officers fail to join within the stipulated timeframe, debarment proceedings may be initiated against them under the provisions of the Central Staffing Scheme.

Jaivardhan is a 2014 batch IAS officer.

S. Jaivardhan is a 2014-batch IAS officer of the Chhattisgarh cadre. After serving in administrative positions in the state, he has now been appointed to the central government. As Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs, he will handle administrative work at the center. However, the appointment order does not specify a specific branch or department of the ministry.