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Aparna Subramani appointed as Executive Director of World Bank

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Aparna Subramani, an IAS officer from Gujarat cadre has been appointed as Executive Director, World Bank to represent the constituency of India, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Sri Lanka for three years.

A 1988-batch IAS, she is currently Principal Secretary to Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. At the World Bank, she will replace Subhash Garg, who was recently appointed Economic Affairs Secretary, Ministry of Finance.

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi cleared Ms. Aparna’s name for the position and her appointment order was issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Saturday late night.

Among the top positions she held in Gujarat includes Principal Secretary, Economic Affairs, Surat Municipal Commissioner and Joint Secretary, urban development at centre.

Known for her integrity and focused approach, she was the most influential bureaucrat in the State administration under Mr. Rupani.

Meanwhile, according to sources, a senior Gujarat cadre officer serving the central deputation is likely to return the state as her replacement.

The Office of the Executive Director (EDS12) represents Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, and Sri Lanka. 

Ms. Aparna Subramani is the Executive Director on the Board of IBRD, IFC & IDA and Director on the Board of MIGA and is a member of the Board's Audit Committee.  The Executive Director participates in the governance and management of these institutions as a Board member and represents the constituency in the World Bank Group.  She engages in direct consultations and negotiations on behalf of these countries, while also working to promote and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and World Bank Group’s twin goals of eliminating extreme poverty and boosting shared prosperity.  The Executive Director is supported by the Alternate Executive Director, senior advisors, advisors and assistants in the office.

The four countries comprising this constituency together represent almost 20% of the world's population. This constituency is currently the most dynamic and fastest growing in the world and has achieved significant progress in development and reduction of poverty.  This constituency has members which are amongst the biggest clients of IBRD, IDA and IFC and making critical contributions for achievement of the global objectives of the World Bank.

Source: TH
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