New Delhi: Ms. Vandana Gupta took charge as the Controller General of Communication Accounts (CGCA), New Delhi, on September 22, 2025, marking her elevation to the Apex Grade. She is a distinguished 1990 batch officer of the Indian Post & Telecommunication Accounts and Finance Service (IP&TAFS) with a rich and diverse career spanning across multiple states and central government bodies.
Career Highlights and Experience: Ms. Vandana Gupta
Ms. Gupta has served in key roles across Maharashtra, Delhi, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat Circles, as well as in pivotal postings within the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) Headquarters and the Department of Posts (DoP). Her central deputation assignments include Principal Director at the Government Accounting Standards Advisory Board (GASAB), Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), Joint Secretary positions in the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD) and National Commission for Women (NCW), along with Controller of Finance at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU).
Vision and Responsibilities
As the Controller General of Communication Accounts, Ms. Gupta will oversee critical financial functions, including telecom license fee collections, spectrum usage charges, and the financial management of Universal Service Obligation (USO) projects. Her appointment at this critical juncture is expected to advance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in India’s expanding communication sector, supporting key government initiatives such as Digital India and telecom reforms.
Contribution to Governance and Reforms
Her elevation reflects the government’s focus on leveraging experienced officers to strengthen institutional governance and financial oversight. Ms. Gupta’s multidisciplinary background equips her to lead the ongoing transformation of communication accounts management, ensuring aligned progress with India’s broader economic and technological objectives.
Conclusion
Ms. Vandana Gupta’s assumption of office as Controller General of Communication Accounts marks a significant milestone in India’s telecom financial governance, heralding a new phase of modernization, transparency, and strengthened accountability in the sector.
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Source: PIB
