Ramesh Krishnamurthi Appointed as New Central Provident Fund Commissioner

Ramesh Krishnamurthi Appointed as New Central Provident Fund Commissioner
The Government of India has announced the appointment of Shri Ramesh Krishnamurthi, IRS (IT:1992), as the new Central Provident Fund Commissioner of the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO). In his new role, Mr. Krishnamurthi will hold the rank and pay of an Additional Secretary, a testament to his extensive experience and leadership within the Ministry of Labour & Employment.
This strategic appointment by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet underscores the government’s commitment to strengthening the EPFO, an organization pivotal in securing financial stability for millions of employees across the country. With his proven track record in public service and financial administration, Mr. Krishnamurthi is expected to bring enhanced focus and innovation to the provident fund system, ensuring greater transparency and efficiency in the delivery of social security benefits to India’s workforce.
Mr. Krishnamurthi’s appointment reflects his deep expertise in public policy and administration. Having served in various key roles, he brings with him a vision to drive forward EPFO's mission of providing accessible and reliable retirement benefits to India’s growing workforce.
The notification, signed by Ms. Manisha Saxena, Secretary of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, has been sent to senior government officials, including the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Home Minister, and Chief Secretaries of all states, highlighting the significance of this leadership transition in EPFO.
As the new Central Provident Fund Commissioner, Mr. Krishnamurthi’s immediate priorities are expected to include improving digital infrastructure for seamless service delivery, ensuring timely processing of claims, and implementing policy reforms that safeguard the interests of EPFO beneficiaries. His appointment is seen as a promising step towards modernizing India's provident fund system and addressing the evolving needs of India’s workforce.
This development marks a significant milestone in the landscape of social security administration in India. The EPFO is poised for a transformative phase under the guidance of its new leadership, bringing a renewed commitment to its core mission of social security.
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