Guwahati, Nov. 13 -- The Assam government has re-engaged retired Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer MK Yadava as Special Chief Secretary of the Mines and Minerals Department for a period of two years, following the completion of his tenure in the Forest Department and the Gauhati High Court's closure of petitions challenging his administrative extensions.

According to a notification issued by the Assam Personnel Department, the decision was taken following approval by the state Cabinet at its meeting held on Tuesday.

"Consequent upon approval of the Hon'ble Cabinet in its meeting held on 10-11-2026, the Governor of Assam is pleased to re-engage Shri M.K. Yadava, IFS (Retd.), Special Chief Secretary (Forest) as Special Chief Secretary, ...