Mohali, Nov. 12 -- 2016-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Aaditya Dachalwal on Wednesday assumed charge as deputy commissioner (DC) of Mohali. He was previously serving as DC of Rupnagar and replaced Komal Mittal, who was transferred to the same post in Rupnagar.

After taking charge, Dachalwal said the district's overall development, prompt redressal of public grievances and transparent and accountable administration would be his priorities. He said efforts would be made to ensure that the benefits of government welfare schemes reached every eligible beneficiary.

Dachalwal was accorded a guard of honour by a district police contingent on his arrival at the district administrative complex.

He later held a meeting with ad...