Sujata Saunik has made history by becoming the first woman to hold the prestigious post of Chief Secretary in the state of Maharashtra, India. Saunik, an experienced Indian Administrative Service officer, brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in public policy and governance gained over three decades of service. Even with a family lineage of bureaucrats, Saunik's merits and honours from Punjab University set her apart as a trailblazing leader in a male-dominated field. She has also served on international missions for the United Nations, solidifying her reputation as a seasoned and capable administrator.
Sujata Saunik, a senior IAS officer from the 1987 batch, has taken over as Maharashtra's Chief Secretary, making history as the first woman to hold the position in the state. Meanwhile, Mumbai is preparing for moderate to heavy rainfall, with a yellow alert issued for Sunday and an orange alert for Monday. In other news, faculty at Tata Institute of Social Sciences allege that contracts for over 100 staff have not been renewed, sparking criticism. Lastly, the Indian Penal Code and two other laws will be replaced by three new criminal laws on Monday.