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Former IAS Officer Divya Mittal Announces Entry into Politics, Vows People‑Centred Approach
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 10:32 AM
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Divya Mittal, who recently resigned from the Indian Administrative Service, has declared her intention to join politics, emphasizing a grassroots, people‑first approach.
Divya Mittal, a former Indian Administrative Service officer, submitted her resignation earlier this month, ending a career that spanned several key postings in the bureaucracy. Her departure from the civil service has drawn attention across the capital and beyond, given her reputation for efficient administration.
In a brief press interaction, Mittal announced that she will now pursue a career in politics. She stated, "I will do politics with people," signalling a commitment to grassroots engagement rather than conventional party‑centric politics.
Political analysts note that her move could reshape the discourse on bureaucrats entering electoral politics, especially as voters increasingly seek leaders with administrative experience. Mittal has not yet disclosed a party affiliation or a specific constituency, but her statement suggests an intent to build a direct connection with the electorate.
The announcement arrives at a time when several former officials are exploring public office, reflecting a broader trend of technocrats seeking legislative roles. Observers will watch how Mittal's background influences her political positioning and whether she can translate bureaucratic expertise into electoral success.
In a brief press interaction, Mittal announced that she will now pursue a career in politics. She stated, "I will do politics with people," signalling a commitment to grassroots engagement rather than conventional party‑centric politics.
Political analysts note that her move could reshape the discourse on bureaucrats entering electoral politics, especially as voters increasingly seek leaders with administrative experience. Mittal has not yet disclosed a party affiliation or a specific constituency, but her statement suggests an intent to build a direct connection with the electorate.
The announcement arrives at a time when several former officials are exploring public office, reflecting a broader trend of technocrats seeking legislative roles. Observers will watch how Mittal's background influences her political positioning and whether she can translate bureaucratic expertise into electoral success.