Current Affairs - Persons - Discussion

Anand Kumar Pal took over as the Chief Adviser (Cost) in the Department of Expenditure under the Ministry of Finance on April 10, 2026. A 1997-batch officer of the Indian Cost Accounts Service, he brings extensive experience in financial analysis, costing methodologies, and international trade policy. Prior to this role, he served as Additional Chief Adviser (Cost) in the Ministry of Defence and held positions in organisations like the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority and the Directorate General of Trade Remedies. His appointment reflects the importance of expert financial oversight in managing public expenditure and policy implementation.