Former IAS Officer Divya Mittal Announces Independent Political Entry in Uttar Pradesh
Former Indian Administrative Service officer Divya Mittal announced her entry into politics on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, stating she will begin her independent political journey in Uttar Pradesh. Mittal, who resigned from the civil service after 13 years, intends to build a political platform directly with citizens, focusing on public grievances like schools, roads, farmers' issues, unemployment, and examination paper leaks, without aligning with any existing political party.
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What Happened
Divya Mittal, a former IAS officer of the 2013 batch from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, announced her foray into politics on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. She stated her intention to work independently in Uttar Pradesh, which she referred to as her "karmabhoomi," and explicitly said she would not join any established political party. Her agenda includes addressing public grievances that often go unheard, such as issues concerning schools, roads, farmers, unemployment, and examination paper leaks, and she has shared a WhatsApp contact number for public engagement.
Mittal resigned from the IAS on August 30, 2026, after nearly 13 years of service, with her resignation accepted by the Uttar Pradesh government on September 15, 2026. Her decision to enter politics as an independent candidate in Uttar Pradesh is expected to attract significant attention, particularly with upcoming assembly elections, and her focus on grassroots issues could influence local political dynamics.
Key Facts
- Divya Mittal, a former IAS officer, announced her entry into politics on September 29, 2026.Deccan HeraldNamasthe Telangana
- She will begin her political journey in Uttar Pradesh.Deccan Herald
- Mittal stated she would not join any established political party, opting to work independently.From research
- She resigned from the IAS on August 30, 2026, after nearly 13 years of service.From research
- Her resignation was accepted by the Uttar Pradesh government on September 15, 2026.From research
- Her political agenda includes addressing public grievances related to schools, roads, farmers, unemployment, and examination paper leaks.From research
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- DHDeccan HeraldFormer IAS officer Divya Mittal announces entry into politics, says will begin journey from Uttar Pradesh
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