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IAS Apoorva Dubey Appointed Deputy Secretary in Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation

The Centre has appointed Apoorva Dubey, a 2013-batch IAS officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre, as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Government of India, on central deputation.


Her appointment marks a new assignment at the Centre after serving in key administrative roles in Uttar Pradesh.

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Moves to Central Deputation


Before her central posting, Apoorva Dubey was serving as Director, State Urban Development Agency (SUDA) in Uttar Pradesh. During her tenure, she was associated with the implementation of urban development programmes and initiatives aimed at improving civic infrastructure and public services.

She will now take up her responsibilities in the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, which works on policies and programmes related to safe drinking water access and sanitation across the country.


Recognised for Administrative Leadership

Over the years, Dubey has served in several field assignments in Uttar Pradesh, where she earned recognition for her focus on efficient governance and timely implementation of development projects.

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Her administrative approach has been appreciated for strengthening public service delivery and improving the execution of government schemes at the district level.

Key Role at the Centre

As Deputy Secretary, Apoorva Dubey will contribute to policy formulation and programme implementation in the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation. Her experience in urban governance and public administration is expected to support the department’s ongoing efforts to enhance water supply and sanitation services nationwide.

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Her appointment is part of the Centre’s continued exercise of bringing experienced officers from state cadres into key positions under the Central Staffing Scheme.

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