Government Approves Foreign Deputations: IAS Officer in Rome, IRS Officer to IFC India

New Delhi: ACC Approves Extension of Foreign Deputation for IAS Officer

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved an extension of the foreign deputation tenure for Shri Jujjavarapu Balaji, IAS (AM:2001). He currently serves as Minister (Agriculture) at the Embassy of India, Rome.

Extension Period: 4 months beyond 29th August 2026 or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Ministry Involved: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
Administrative Note: The extension ensures continuity in diplomatic and agricultural liaison work at the Indian Embassy in Rome.

This extension reflects the government’s confidence in his expertise in agriculture and international representation.

IRS Officer Aman Garg Approved for Long-Term IFC Assignment

The Department of Economic Affairs has secured approval for Shri Aman Garg, IRS (C&IT: 2008) to take up a long-term foreign assignment as Senior Country Officer at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), World Bank Group, India Office.

Assignment Tenure: 3 years from the date of assuming charge or until further orders.
Current Position: Director, Department of Economic Affairs.
Special Instructions: His central deputation as Director will be curtailed to accommodate this foreign posting.

The memorandum specifies that the officer is deemed relieved from his parent department upon commencement of the IFC assignment. Overstay beyond approved tenure may attract disciplinary actions, deferment of increments, and adjustments in service/pension benefits.

Significance of the Postings

These approvals reflect the Government of India’s strategic approach to utilizing senior civil service officers in global and diplomatic roles:

Shri Jujjavarapu Balaji continues to contribute to India’s agricultural diplomacy in Europe.
Shri Aman Garg strengthens India’s engagement with the World Bank Group’s IFC, facilitating international finance and development initiatives in the country.

Such foreign deputations enhance the global exposure of Indian bureaucrats while allowing India to influence international policy and project implementation.

Sources & References

Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Office of the Establishment Officer, Kartavya Bhawan-3, Janpath, New Delhi (Dated 5th March 2026).
Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approvals for foreign deputation extension and new assignment.