Finance Ministry Approves Historic Name and Gender Change for Senior IRS Officer



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In a landmark decision, the Ministry of Finance has approved a senior Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer's request to officially change her name to Mr. M Anukathir Surya and her gender from female to male. This is the first time such a change has been approved in the history of the Indian Civil Service. The move has been praised by senior officers as a significant milestone for gender inclusivity and is expected to encourage more transgender individuals to pursue careers in government.

Introduction In a landmark decision, the Ministry of Finance has approved an appeal by a senior Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer to officially change her name and gender - the first instance of such a change in the history of the Indian Civil Service. The order, dated July 9, 2024, marks a significant step towards gender inclusivity and recognition within government roles. Key Highlights Groundbreaking Approval: The Ministry of Finance has approved the request of Ms. M Anusuya, IRS (C
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The Finance Ministry has approved the name and gender change for a senior IRS officer, Ms. M Anusuya, who will now be officially recognised as Mr. M Anukathir Surya.

Yes, this is the first instance of an official name and gender change being approved for a senior officer in the history of the Indian Civil Service.

The officer is Ms. M Anusuya, IRS (C&IT: 2013), currently serving as Joint Commissioner in Hyderabad. She will now be known as Mr. M Anukathir Surya.

The order approving the name and gender change was dated July 9, 2024.

Senior IRS officers have lauded the decision as a significant milestone for gender inclusivity and a pathbreaking order.

The decision is expected to promote gender inclusivity within the Indian Civil Services, set a positive example for other government departments, and encourage more transgender individuals to pursue government careers.




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