Bhubaneswar, Feb. 22 -- Former RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das has been appointed as Principal Secretary-2 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Odisha-born officer had earlier discharged his duties at numerous prominent posts.

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet on Saturday appointed Shaktikanta Das, IAS retired as Principal Secretary-2 to the Prime Minister with effect from the date he assumes the office. His appointment will be co-terminus with the term of the Prime Minister or until further orders, which is earlier.

Shaktikanta Das' appointment marks a significant transition from his role as RBI Governor.

Senior Journalist, Akshay Sahoo said that the appointment of Shaktikant Das as the Principal Secretary-2 shows the faith of Pr...