NEW DELHI: Uttar Pradesh government’s Namami Gange and rural water supply department on Friday carried out large-scale transfers through a fully transparent and digital process aimed at eliminating corruption and human interference.Under the supervision of jal shakti minister Swatantra Dev Singh, officials and employees were allotted postings based on merit and preference in an open selection process conducted before ministers and senior officers.A total of 170 officials and staff members were transferred, including 131 from rural water supply department, 28 from the minor irrigation department, and 11 from the groundwater department. The transfers covered two chief engineers, 15 superintending engineers, 35 executive engineers, 40 assistant engineers, and 78 junior engineers.To ensure transparency, the department installed eight digital screens displaying vacant districts. Officials were called one by one to choose available postings, which were immediately locked into the system. Transfer letters were then sent directly to their mobile phones within seconds.Employees unable to attend physically were allowed to participate online and present their choices live before senior officials and ministers.According to the department, seniority and work performance were assessed through Key Performance Index (KPI) scores, which formed the basis of the transfer process.Additional chief secretary Anurag Srivastava said the initiative reflects Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s zero-tolerance approach towards corruption and has boosted confidence among employees.Officials described the exercise as a major step towards transparent governance in the state’s water management departments.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTechnical Glitch Or Governance Failure: Who Is Accountable For Tourist Safety Disasters?Congress Eyes “Kerala Model” For Karnataka Cabinet Amid Siddaramaiah Exit Buzz“Some People Trying To Misuse CID”: Kunal Ghosh Questions Agency Visit To His HomeSupreme Court Pulls Up NTA Over NEET 2026 Leak | Centre Says PM Modi Supervising Reforms’No Need To Sing Vande Matram In…’ Pinarayi Vijayan Hits out at Centre, BJP After Row In Assembly₹1,000 Crore for Damage Control: The Real Cost of India’s Exam CrisisWhy Japan Banned Indian Mango Shipments, Alphonso & Kesar Exports Face Major Crisis?335 Detainees Held As Bengal Activates Holding Centres Under Detect Delete Deport PolicyCyprus Plans BrahMos Missile Purchase From India, Raising Security Concerns In TurkeySupreme Court Allows Vinesh Phogat To Participate In Asian Games Trials123PhotostoriesBefore Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 7 sports child wonderkids who changed historyMeghan Markle’s favourite summer fashion picks just got a massive price dropFrom ‘National Treasure’ to ‘Longlegs’: Top 5 Nicolas Cage movies you need to watch right nowPoha turns mushy and soggy? 4 common mistakes that people commit and easy fixes7 foods linked to healthy aging and longevityThis is where snakes hide in Australian homesWhy scientists are telling anemic women to drink this juice5 stunning looks of Tejasswi Prakash from ‘Desi Bling’ that broke the internet5 High-protein foods for heart, kidney and liver health8 terrifying prehistoric creatures that once ruled the Earth123Hot PicksDhanendra KumarNew Labour CodeCOMEDK UGET resultCBSE 12th re-evaluationPunjab election resultStrait of HormuzGold price predictionTop TrendingBenjamin NetanyahuD GukeshVaibhav sooryavanshi IPL auctionPunjab Local Body Election ResultCockroach Janta PartySupreme CourtNEET UG 2026 fee refundBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak
NEW DELHI: Uttar Pradesh government’s Namami Gange and rural water supply department on Friday carried out large-scale transfers through a fully transparent and digital process aimed at eliminating corruption and human interference.Under the supervision of jal shakti minister Swatantra Dev Singh, officials and employees were allotted postings based on merit and preference in an open selection process conducted before ministers and senior officers.A total of 170 officials and staff members were transferred, including 131 from rural water supply department, 28 from the minor irrigation department, and 11 from the groundwater department. The transfers covered two chief engineers, 15 superintending engineers, 35 executive engineers, 40 assistant engineers, and 78 junior engineers.To ensure transparency, the department installed eight digital screens displaying vacant districts. Officials were called one by one to choose available postings, which were immediately locked into the system. Transfer letters were then sent directly to their mobile phones within seconds.Employees unable to attend physically were allowed to participate online and present their choices live before senior officials and ministers.According to the department, seniority and work performance were assessed through Key Performance Index (KPI) scores, which formed the basis of the transfer process.Additional chief secretary Anurag Srivastava said the initiative reflects Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s zero-tolerance approach towards corruption and has boosted confidence among employees.Officials described the exercise as a major step towards transparent governance in the state’s water management departments.
