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Sakshi Sawhney – First Woman Deputy Commissioner of Amritsar🗓️ Updated: September 02, 2025 | 7:57 PM

Why in News?

• Sakshi Sawhney (IAS, 2014 batch), currently serving as the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Amritsar, is in the spotlight for leading flood relief operations in Punjab.
• She is the first woman DC of Amritsar.

Key Highlights

• UPSC Journey:
  • Secured AIR 6 in UPSC CSE 2013.
  • Belongs to the 2014 IAS batch.
  • Law optional in UPSC exam.
• Education:
  • BA LLB from NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad.
  • Won 8 gold medals during her academic career.
• Career:
  • Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Amritsar in September 2024, succeeding Ghanshyam Thori.
  • Also served as the first woman DC of Patiala and DC of Ludhiana.
• Family Background:
  • Father: Former IRS officer
  • Mother: School principal
  • Sister: Banker

Significance

• First woman to hold DC posts in Amritsar and Patiala, making administrative history in Punjab.
• Known for proactive governance and humanitarian relief work, especially during Punjab floods.
  
  Updated : Sep 02, 2025, 07:57 PM | DNA INDIA