- Sarbananda Varnwal, a 2010 batch officer of the Indian Statistical Service (ISS), has been appointed Director in the Department of Land Resources.
- He was recommended for Central deputation by the Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation.
Department of Land Resources
- The Department of Land Resources is an important government body responsible for the formulation and implementation of policies and programs related to land resources management.
- Its primary objectives include promoting sustainable land use, addressing issues of land degradation, and promoting equitable access to land resources for marginalized communities.