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K Sanjay Murthy Appointed as India's New CAG: Key Details

K Sanjay Murthy, a 1989-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as the next Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) to succeed Girish Chandra Murmu, who retires on November 20, 2024.

New Appointment and Background

K Sanjay Murthy appointed as next Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)
1989-batch IAS officer of Himachal Pradesh cadre
Currently serving as Secretary, Department of Higher Education
Will succeed Girish Chandra Murmu who retires on November 20, 2024

Role and Terms of CAG

Constitutional body under Article 148
Guardian of public funds and controller of country's financial system
6-year tenure or until age 65, whichever is earlier
Can resign by submitting resignation to the President
Responsible for auditing government accounts and public finances

Previous CAG and Transition

Outgoing CAG Girish Chandra Murmu assumed office on August 8, 2020
Murmu was first Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir
Key audit reports during his tenure included Bharatmala project and PM Jan Aarogya Yojana
Appointment made by President Droupadi Murmu under Article 148(1)

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