Anju Rathi Rana Appointed as Union Law Secretary, First Woman to Hold the Post

Dr. Anju Rathi Rana, an Indian Legal Services officer, has been appointed as the Secretary of the Department of Legal Affairs under the Ministry of Law and Justice, becoming the first woman to hold the position.

Previously she was serving as Additional Secretary. She will assume the role for an initial period of two years from the date she takes charge.

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet issued a notification on March 5 confirming her appointment, stating that she will serve either for two years or until further orders.

Rana’s historic appointment marks a significant milestone in the legal and administrative landscape.