Udupi bids farewell to outgoing DC Priyanka Mary Francis
Udupi: The outgoing deputy commissioner Priyanka Mary Francis who has been transferred to the post of Director, Department of Tourism, Bengaluru was given a warm farewell at a function organized at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Auditorium, DC Complex Rajathadri on February 7.
On behalf of the District administration, the New Deputy commissioner Hephsiba Rani Korlapati felicitated Priyanka Mary Francis with a Shawl, garland, fruits and memento.
Addressing the gathering Priyanka Mary said that she was completely satisfied with the work environment during her tenure. “All the officers cooperated with me very well because of which I was able to give good administration”, she said.
She further said, “In Udupi district, all the officials and staff have created a good work atmosphere. There are a number of intelligent and well-coordinating staff in the district. Udupi district has given me an opportunity to work for 3 years and 2 months. I’ve gained a lot of experience during this period. During the time of flooding in the last rainy season, election time, during the president’s visit etc. we have got a good opportunity and worked well as a team”. Priyanka Mary urged everyone to be humble and serve the people with sincerity and dedication and also requested all to extend their cooperation and support to the newly designated DC, Hephsiba Rani.
SP Laxman B Nimbargi said that transfers are a part of every government officer’s life. He described the outgoing DC as a compassionate, sincere, dedicated hard-working, humble, friendly and dependable leader who is always open to ideas and suggestions. He complimented the outgoing DC for the successful conduct of two elections during her tenure.
Zilla Panchayat chief Project officer Srinivas Rao, Koraga Community leader Ganesh Koraga also recalled the exemplary service during her short tenure.
Udupi Zilla Panchayat CEO Sindhu B Rupesh, District forest Officer S Prabhakaran IFS, Additional DC Vidya Kumari and others were also present.