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Purusottam Sahoo

(IAS | Odisha | 2003)
Director, Department of Home Affairs
Purusottam Sahoo, born on April 16, 1959, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 2003 batch, Odisha cadre. During his career, he served in the Department of Home Affairs, holding the position of Director from May 22, 2018, to April 30, 2019. He also served as Additional Secretary to the Government. His tenure in the IAS reflects his commitment to public service within the Odisha cadre and the Department of Home Affairs.

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