Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Dr. Mayank Sharma, a senior officer from the 1989 batch of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), officially took charge as the Financial Advisor (Defence Services) on August 1, 2025. With over 30 years of experience in defence accounts and policymaking, he has held numerous important positions, including Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA). His previous roles in the Cabinet Secretariat as Under Secretary, Deputy Secretary, and Joint Secretary, along with his international representation at institutions like the UNODC and UNCITRAL, reflect his broad expertise. His appointment signifies a strategic move to enhance financial oversight and efficiency within the defence sector.