IAS Officer Amrapali returns to Telangana, Reinforcing strong bond with the State. Despite being born in Andhra Pradesh, her professional and emotional bond with Telangana shines through, fueling expectations once again for her to drive progress. In a significant ruling on June 24, 2025, the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) ordered the reallocation of IAS officer Amrapali Kata to the Telangana cadre, reversing her transfer to Andhra Pradesh just four months prior.
The decision follows Amrapali’s petition challenging the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) orders of October 2024, which had reassigned her under a cadre redistribution policy. Her return highlights her deep connection to Telangana, despite her roots in Andhra Pradesh. Amrapali, celebrated for her transformative tenure as GHMC Commissioner, revolutionized urban governance with innovative policies and impactful infrastructure projects.
The 2024 transfer disrupted her contributions, but her successful CAT petition underscores her indispensable role in the state. Her return is set to bolster Telangana’s urban development initiatives, reflecting her proven expertise.
