Historic Decision: Transfers of Animal Husbandry Officers through Counseling in Presence of Minister Pankaja Mund

Pune, May 15 – “I am extremely happy to witness yet another historic moment being created. To boost officers’ morale and to implement a corruption-free policy, I decided to conduct transfers in the Animal Husbandry Department through counseling. This decision will remain in effect in the future as well. The happiness on the faces of the common people working hard at the village level is important to me. Your transfers have been done as per your wishes—now work with a fresh and positive mindset,” said the Minister for Environment, Climate Change, and Animal Husbandry, Pankaja Munde, while addressing the officers today.

To ensure equitable distribution of manpower across the state and to conduct transfers transparently, Pankaja Munde, Minister for Animal Husbandry, had recently made the historic decision to conduct counseling-based transfers for Livestock Development Officers and Assistant Commissioners in the department. The process began today at the Commissionerate of Animal Husbandry in Pune in the presence of the Minister.

Also present on the occasion were Secretary N. Ramaswamy, Commissioner Praveen Kumar Deore, and Additional Commissioner Dr. Sheetal Mukne.

“When I was the Minister of Rural Development, I had implemented the decision for online transfers of teachers, which benefited many who previously could not get their desired postings. I have a passion for taking out-of-the-box decisions, and thus I have taken this step for the Animal Husbandry Department. Once a decision is made, I do not change it—this will remain in effect permanently. My father, late Loknete Munde Saheb, used to say that he was in politics to be the voice of those who had neither influence nor wealth. I carry the same legacy. I have countless people who love me, and since you serve them, I have taken this decision. The joy on the faces of the common people is what matters most to me,” said Pankaja Munde.

“This decision will benefit officers who have served in remote tribal areas for years, away from their families. Now, they are getting their preferred postings. The happiness on your faces today is truly satisfying,” she added.

A Great Opportunity to Serve as Public Servants – Secretary Dr. N. Ramaswamy

Veterinarians who join government service after completing their education get an excellent opportunity to serve as public servants. It is our collective responsibility to uphold the department’s proud legacy and further enhance its reputation. To achieve this, it is essential to make veterinary services easily accessible at the regional level. Everyone should contribute to this mission with dedication, urged Dr. N. Ramaswamy, Secretary of the department.

Launch of ‘Mahapashudhan Varta’ Digital E-Magazine

To create awareness about veterinary services, policy decisions, and the implementation of various schemes, the Animal Husbandry Department has decided to launch a digital e-magazine titled ‘Mahapashudhan Varta’. The first issue of this magazine was unveiled on this occasion.

The aim is to provide livestock owners with easy access to information about animal husbandry and help them increase their income through modern business management techniques. The department has also developed a QR code for the magazine, making it available to livestock owners with a single click. The QR code was officially launched by the dignitaries present.

Officers Happy with Desired Postings!

The counseling-based transfer process has started today and will continue tomorrow, May 16. Today, 118 officers from difficult tribal and Naxal-affected areas and 444 officers from other regions received transfers to locations of their choice. Due to the decision taken by Minister Pankaja Tai Munde, officers have received desired postings with ease, creating a wave of happiness among them.

Excellent Decision – Dr. Akash Thakare

“I am from Yavatmal district. My first posting was in Trimbakeshwar in 2022. I served for three years in a tribal area. Through counseling, I have now received a posting in my home district. I am very happy. The decision taken by Minister Pankaja Tai has truly boosted the morale of officers like me.”

Dr. Priyanka Swamidas

“I was working in Sironcha taluka, a region bordering Telangana where Telugu is more commonly spoken than Marathi. I know Telugu, which helped me communicate well with the local people. When they heard about my transfer, they said, ‘What will happen to us now?’ But thanks to the counseling process, I have remained here. I am happy to have received the location I wanted. This is truly a historic decision. Heartfelt thanks to Honorable Minister Pankaja Tai!”