Gandharv Rathore: CM Sukhu's Home District Gets New DC, From Pink City to Himachal

• IAS officer Gandharv Rathore has been appointed as the new DC of Hamirpur, CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu's home district, assuming charge on Wednesday.
• Hailing from Jaipur, Rathore cleared the UPSC Civil Services Exam in her second attempt without coaching, securing the 93rd rank.
• She was initially allotted the West Bengal cadre but transferred to Himachal Pradesh on marriage grounds after marrying Himachal cadre IAS officer Anurag Chander in 2017.
• The Mamata government initially refused to relieve her, leading to a High Court intervention that mandated her transfer.
• Upon assuming charge, Rathore pledged to implement government schemes at the grassroots level, prioritize women's empowerment, and address the problems of Hamirpur residents.

Why It Matters: Gandharv Rathore, an IAS officer with a unique journey, takes charge as DC of Hamirpur, CM Sukhu's home district.