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UP's famous IAS Divya Mittal said goodbye to 13 years of service, everyone from bureaucracy to common people were surprised by this decision.
Sandy Verma | August 31, 2026 2:24 PM CST

Lucknow. In a shocking step in the UP bureaucracy, well-known and popular IAS officer Divya Mittal has voluntarily resigned from the Indian Administrative Service (IAS). His decision has sparked a huge discussion among the bureaucracy and the common people. Divya Mittal, a 2013 batch IAS officer, was currently posted as Special Secretary in the Revenue Department of UP.

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Divya Mittal wrote that today she has decided to end her 13 years of unforgettable administrative journey. He said that this journey was not just a job but an opportunity to serve the country and the people. He also said that he realized that the real power lies not in any position, but in the trust and blessings of the public.

What is the reason for resignation?

However, till now Divya Mittal has not given any official reason for her resignation. She only indicated that she wanted to start a new chapter in her life. However, media reports are claiming that she had not received any field posting for the last four months and she wanted active administrative responsibility. This claim has not been officially confirmed. According to sources, Divya Mittal has submitted her resignation to Chief Secretary SP Goyal. His resignation has also not been formally accepted yet.

Divya Mittal worked as District Magistrate in districts like Deoria, Mirzapur and Sant Kabir Nagar. She was known for her strict work ethic and would often reprimand officials on the spot. Sharp monitoring of Jal Jeevan Mission and development schemes during his tenure. Strict action against officials on corruption and negligence. Along with this, direct communication with the public and on-the-spot inspection became the hallmark of his working style.

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People's reaction on social media

As soon as the news of resignation came out, thousands of people reacted on social media. Many people called it a big decision by an honest and popular officer, while some people raised questions about his future role. What is she going to do next? It has not been announced.


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