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B Mahapatra

(IAS | Odisha | 1983)
Joint Secretary, Finance Department
B Mahapatra, born on 26 October 1932, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1983 batch, Odisha cadre. He holds a postgraduate degree in Economics. Throughout his career, he served in various capacities including Assistant Settlement Officer, Charge Officer, Sub-Divisional Officer, Under Secretary, Junior Scale, Deputy Secretary, and Project Officer. His most recent position was Joint Secretary in the Finance Department, held from 1 July 1987 to 1 October 1990. Mr. Mahapatra's extensive experience spans multiple administrative roles within the Odisha cadre.

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