JAMMU, June 2 -- The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has relieved IAS officer Yetindra M Maralkar (AGMUT: 2013) from his duties with effect from May 31, 2025.

The order, issued on May 30, followed directions from the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Election Commission of India.

As per the order, Maralkar has been directed to report to the Chief Secretary's office in the Government of Goa for his next posting.

In the meantime, Bhupesh Choudhary, IAS, who is currently serving as Administrative Secretary for Transport, Agriculture & Horticulture, and Cooperatives, has been asked to handle the responsibilities of the Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs and Elections departments until further orders.

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