Who Is Divya Mittal? IAS Officer’s Resignation After 13 Years Sparks Online Debate

IAS officer Divya Mittal, a 2013-batch Uttar Pradesh cadre officer, has resigned from the civil services after 13 years. She was serving as Special Secretary in the Revenue Department in Lucknow. Mittal previously served as District Magistrate in Sant Kabir Nagar, Mirzapur and Deoria, and became known for her field-level approach and active social media presence. Her efforts to bring piped water to Lahuria Dah village in Mirzapur have been recalled by social media users following her resignation. The exact reason for her decision remains unclear, amid speculation about her posting and desire for a field role. Mittal’s career also included a stint at JP Morgan in London before joining the civil services. In her resignation post, she reflected on her experiences in Deoria and Mirzapur and her connection with the people.