The renowned social media sensation and officer from Himachal Pradesh, Oshin Sharma, is relocated. Previously serving as the Tehsildar of Sandhol, she has yet to receive a new posting and is instructed to report to the administrative department in Shimla. Recently, Oshin received a notice regarding pending tasks.
The reasons behind the transfer of Oshin Sharma remain unaddressed by senior officials of Himachal's government. It’s unclear why she hasn't been reassigned. Sources close to the Mandi Deputy Commissioner's office and media reports suggest Oshin, known as a social media star, faced administrative transfer due to unsatisfactory job performance.
The 32-year-old Oshin Sharma is quite active across various social media platforms, boasting over eight hundred thousand followers. She has 109K on X, 348K on Instagram, 296K on Facebook, and 128K in the Oshin Sharma public group. Sources indicate that her high social media activity wasn't well-received by local politicians and senior officials.
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Last Post on September 13
Oshin's final post on X was on September 13, addressing the people of Sandhol, whom she served as Tehsildar. She wrote, 'It's time to bid farewell to Sandhol. Memories created here last a lifetime. Thank you for your respect and love.'
Media reports claim Oshin received a notice due to her failure to fulfill duties. Allegedly, her social media involvement disrupted public work, causing delays. Reports also state several administrative tasks assigned during a recent inspection were incomplete.
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Fame Through Stellar Work
Oshin Sharma is considered one of Himachal's diligent women officials. In previous postings in Kangra and Mandi, she garnered appreciation for executing welfare plans related to social welfare, environment, and Panchayati projects. Locals say she gained popularity while initially working as Tehsildar in Sandhol.
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Oshin is celebrated for her social and inspirational endeavors. As an ambassador for Laadli Foundation, her fashionable lifestyle and motivational videos receive admiration on Instagram, Facebook, and X. Her videos often discuss current affairs and competitive exams, encouraging girls and civil service aspirants.
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However, her social media activities were not universally accepted. A BJP legislator subtly raised the matter in the state assembly. Now, her social media presence is cited as a reason for her transfer.
Transfer Alongside Three Other Officials
Interestingly, not just Oshin was transferred last Thursday; three other HAS officers, Ashray Sharma, Shikha, and Mohit Ratan, also haven't been assigned new postings, and were asked to report at Shimla's personnel department. These transfers went unnoticed.
Not Just Oshin: Other SM Influencers!
Oshin isn't the sole woman officer active on social media in Himachal. HPAS officer Jyoti Rana has 22K followers on Facebook. A former model, Jyoti publishes videos on platforms like 'Jyoti Sunday Talk' on YouTube.
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HP's police inspector Priyanka Negi has 92.2K followers on Facebook. Though many officers regularly created reels, notifications were issued advising against posting videos in uniform and state vehicles, thus halting such activities. Besides Priyanka, Karan Rana, a state public relations employee and folk singer, boasts 68.5K YouTube followers.
Who is Oshin Sharma?
Oshin hails from Bharmour in Chamba district, though her family shifted to Dharamshala. On April 25, 2021, she married her classmate, the then BJP legislator Vishal Nehria. However, just two months later, she accused him of assault and torture, sharing an 11-minute video alleging slaps in front of family. They are now legally separated.
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Circular Issued by Himachal DGP
On May 27 this year, Himachal DGP issued a circular advising police to avoid displaying uniforms on social media. It clarified they are free to make reels or videos post-duty, prompted by complaints alleging modeling in uniforms.
