Pirpainti Block Gets a New CDPO After a Year; Saroj Hansda Takes Charge Following Outgoing Official Nikhat Praveen, Contributes on July 11, 2026
Bhagalpur, Special Correspondent: A major administrative reshuffle has taken place to boost the functioning of the Child Development Project Office (ICDS) in the remote and vital Pirpainti block region of Silk City Bhagalpur. After a long hiatus of nearly a year and administrative vacancy, Pirpainti has finally received a new Child Development Project Officer (CDPO). Saroj Hansda has officially assumed her posting on this crucial vacant seat following the transfer of outgoing CDPO Nikhat Praveen. Taking charge as the new CDPO, Saroj Hansda formally assumed office on July 11, 2026. Immediately after taking charge, she held a high-level meeting with all the Lady Supervisors and office staff of the block region, issuing necessary directives regarding the execution of departmental schemes.
The Post Had Been Vacant for a Year, Impacting Administrative Work
In a large and densely populated block like Pirpainti, the CDPO post had remained vacant for nearly a year, which was taking a toll on departmental operations:
Office Managed via Additional Charge: Since the tenure of outgoing CDPO Nikhat Praveen, the post was either vacant or handed over to other officials as an additional charge. In the absence of a regular, full-time officer, files related to the monitoring of Anganwadi centers, distribution of nutritional supplements (Posahar), and welfare schemes concerning women and children were moving at a sluggish pace.
Hopes Among Locals and Staff: Local public representatives and Anganwadi Sevikas-Sahayikas had continuously demanded the appointment of a regular CDPO in the block at the earliest to bring transparency and acceleration to grassroots schemes. Saroj Hansda's appointment has brought this waiting period to an end.
Formal Assumption of Office on July 11, 2026
Under prescribed administrative procedures, Saroj Hansda reached the Pirpainti Child Development Project Office on July 11, 2026, to officially take charge:
Warm Welcome: Upon reaching the office, Lady Supervisors and other office staff welcomed the new CDPO by presenting bouquets. Right upon taking charge, she first reviewed office files and past work.
First Meeting with Lady Supervisors: Immediately after assuming office, Saroj Hansda convened an important meeting with all the Lady Supervisors of the block. During the meeting, she explicitly directed that the operation of Anganwadi centers must be conducted under established rules and with complete transparency.
Special Focus on Development Schemes and Anganwadi Functioning
Outlining her priorities during the meeting, new CDPO Saroj Hansda stated that the benefits of every ambitious government scheme must reach the grassroots directly:
Transparency in Nutrition Distribution: No laxity will be tolerated in the distribution of nutritional supplements meant for pregnant women, lactating mothers, and young children. She directed all supervisors to conduct regular surprise inspections of Anganwadi centers in their areas.
Malnutrition Eradication and Immunization: Special drives were discussed to keep a sharp eye on child immunization and malnutrition status in the region. Reports regarding Anganwadi center buildings and basic amenities available there have also been sought at the earliest.
Time-Bound Office Work: To ensure that the general public and Sevikas do not have to make rounds of the office for minor tasks, she cautioned all staff members to complete their work on time and with integrity.
Wave of Joy in the Block, A New Era of Expectations
Saroj Hansda's contribution has infused a fresh wave of energy among administrative circles and personnel associated with the child development project in Pirpainti:
Reactions of Staff and Sevikas: The Anganwadi association and local intellectuals welcomed the joining of the new CDPO, expressing hope that under her leadership, women and child development schemes in Pirpainti block will gain fresh momentum.
Assurance of Transparent Administration: Locals believe that the arrival of a full-time officer after a long gap of one year will eliminate departmental sluggishness and curb corruption.
The new CDPO received by Pirpainti block after a year-long wait is a vital step toward bringing the administrative system back on track. The proactiveness demonstrated by Saroj Hansda right upon taking charge on July 11, 2026, alongside her lady supervisors, makes it clear that stricter implementation of women and child development schemes will be witnessed in Pirpainti in the coming days. The public and departmental staff now have their eyes set on the positive transformations expected under the new officer's leadership.
