Former IAS officer Divya Mittal announces political entry in Uttar Pradesh

Former Indian Administrative Service officer Divya Mittal has announced her entry into politics, saying she will begin her political journey in Uttar Pradesh. Mittal said she intended to build an independent, people-driven platform. Her announcement places governance and local development at the centre of the political initiative, according to the source material.

She identified gaps in governance as one of the issues she aims to address. The platform will also focus on land, water and infrastructure, though the available material does not specify the organisational structure, electoral timetable or constituency involved. Mittal’s move marks a transition from public administration to electoral politics.

The source identifies her as a former IAS officer but does not provide details of the posts she held, the department in which she served or the date of her resignation from government service. Her stated priorities relate to the management of essential resources and public infrastructure. Land and water are among the issues highlighted in the announcement, alongside concerns about the quality and reach of governance.

The proposed platform is described as independent and people-driven. No political party affiliation, alliance or specific candidate list has been announced in the supplied material. It is also not clear whether Mittal plans to contest an immediate election or first develop the platform through public engagement.

Further details about her plans, including policy proposals and organisational arrangements, were not provided. Her announcement nevertheless signals an intention to bring administrative experience into politics in Uttar Pradesh. The stated agenda is centred on closing governance gaps and addressing land, water and infrastructure concerns identified as important to residents.