Bureaucracy | Efficiency of Revenue Officers and Staff Symbolizes the Credibility of the Administration– Dr. Pankaj Ashiya

Ahmednagar | July 1 | Correspondent

(Bureaucracy) The Revenue Department is the backbone of the district administration and represents the government’s first presence in every village. The efficiency of officers and employees reflects the credibility of the administration, stated District Collector Dr. Pankaj Ashiya.

(Bureaucracy) An Officer-Employee Felicitation Program was organized at the District Collectorate on the occasion of Revenue Week 2025 and Revenue Day. Present at the event were Collector Dr. Pankaj Ashiya, Superintendent of Police Somanath Gharge, Municipal Commissioner Yashwant Dange, Additional Collector Shailesh Hinge, Resident Deputy Collector Dadasaheb Gite, Registrar of Mahatma Phule Agricultural University Dr. Rajendrakumar Patil, and In-charge District Superintendent of Land Records Jitendra Bhingardive, among others.

(Bureaucracy) Dr. Ashiya emphasized that the Revenue Department is a vital link between the government and the people. Its importance has been underscored since the British era. Initially focused solely on revenue collection, the department now handles tasks such as implementation of government schemes, disaster management, elections, and land distribution. It plays a critical role in resolving rural issues and delivering justice.

While commending outstanding officers and staff, he urged others to take inspiration from them. He assured that the administration will strongly support those who work by the rules, while those who err will be penalized. He noted the exemplary work of revenue staff during Lok Sabha and Assembly elections and expressed similar expectations for future polls.

Revenue Week is being observed in the district from August 1 to 7. Dr. Ashiya called for effective action on issues such as removal of encroachments, allocation of land to housing beneficiaries, and updating records.

SP Somanath Gharge remarked that the Revenue Department interacts directly with the public and assured that the police will work shoulder-to-shoulder with the administration to maintain law and order.

MLA Sangram Jagtap said the Revenue Department plays a crucial role in the development process and has effectively implemented both its own schemes and those of other departments. He highlighted its prompt response during the COVID crisis and urged all government officials to fulfill their duties with integrity. He also congratulated award recipients.

Commissioner Yashwant Dange stated that Ahmednagar leads in development work across the state, thanks to the contributions of its officers and employees. He expressed hope that the momentum would continue.

During the event, officers and staff who delivered outstanding performance during the years 2023, 2024, and 2025 were honored with certificates and mementos.

The program began with an introductory speech by Sub-Divisional Officer Kiran Patil. It was hosted by Nayab Tehsildar Sandhya Dethe, and the vote of thanks was given by SDO Shrikumar Chinchkar.

A large number of officers and staff from the Revenue Department attended the event.