About the division
Purnea Division/Commissionary is an Administrative Unit of Bihar state of India. Purnea Town is the administrative headquarter of this division. The division consists of four districts of Seemanchal Region- Purnea, Katihar, Araria and Kishanganj. Purnea being the oldest district as well as historically first declared district under British Rule way back in 1770. Other district has been carved out subsequently. Katihar in year 1976 followed by Araria and Kishanganj in year 1990.
The division is headed by Divisional Commissioner. A senior IAS Officer of secretary or above Rank. The present incumbent being Sri Rajesh Kumar, IAS Officer of 2001 Batch.
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Divisional Commissioner Purnea
Shri Rajesh Kumar , IAS