(THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM)
The Competent Authority has approved the assignment of additional charge of the post of Secretary (Security), Cabinet Secretariat to Manoj Govil, IAS (MP:1991). Govil, who is currently serving as Secretary (Coordination), Cabinet Secretariat, has been entrusted with this additional responsibility following the superannuation of Harinath Mishra, IPS (KL:1990), on July 31, 2025.

The arrangement will remain in effect until the appointment of a regular incumbent to the post. Manoj Govil is a senior IAS officer known for his extensive administrative experience and leadership across various central and state government roles. His appointment to this sensitive position ensures continuity and stability in the critical functions of the Cabinet Secretariat’s security division.

Harinath Mishra, the outgoing Secretary (Security), retired after a distinguished career in the Indian Police Service. His departure marks the end of a significant tenure in a key national security role.