New Patiala DC Showkat Ahmed Parray assumes charge

Patiala, January 30

Showkat Ahmed Parray, a 2013 batch IAS officer, today assumed charge, a day after the Punjab Government shifted him as Patiala DC. Parray, who was earlier Bathinda DC, has also served as ADC in Patiala during the previous regime.

“Ensuring that the government schemes for the common man reach them without any delay will be my priority,” said Parray after joining office. “We will make sure that all projects are completed on time and the people face minimum inconvenience,” he said.

Parray takes over charge from Sakshi Sawhney, a 2014 batch IAS officer, who has been transferred as Ludhiana DC.

Besides, Parray said he would aim at providing transparent, corruption-free, and pro-people administration on the doorstep. “I will try to provide all services to the citizens hassle-free. I will also be taking suggestions from people of Patiala,” he added.