Arun Prasad, a Tamil Nadu native and Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF)-level officer, is reportedly set to enter the private sector.
Raipur: Arun Prasad P, a 2006-batch Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer and currently serving as Member Secretary of the Chhattisgarh Environment Conservation Board, has tendered his resignation from service, citing personal reasons. His resignation is currently under process and awaits final clearance from the Central Government.
While the stated reason is personal, strong speculation suggests that Mr. Prasad is preparing to take up a senior advisory role in the corporate sector.
Resignation Awaiting Central Approval
Sources within the state environment department have confirmed that the Chhattisgarh government has yet to forward his resignation for approval. Only after the state’s recommendation will the matter be sent to the Centre for a final decision. Until then, Mr. Prasad continues in his present role.
A Reputation for Discipline and Impact
A native of Tamil Nadu, Arun Prasad is known for his policy-focused leadership and administrative acumen. As a Chief Conservator of Forests, he held key positions in Chhattisgarh, including impactful stints as Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) in Naxal-affected districts like Dantewada and Rajnandgaon, where he was lauded for his forest conservation initiatives.
Colleagues describe him as a disciplined and results-oriented officer with a deep commitment to governance and environmental sustainability.
Significant Roles Beyond the Forest Department
Mr. Prasad’s administrative career also extended into the state’s economic and industrial ecosystem. He served as:
Managing Director, Chhattisgarh State Industrial Development Corporation (CSIDC)
Managing Director, Mandi Board
During his tenure, he was recognized for driving modernization and initiating forward-looking reforms in both industrial development and agri-marketing.
Private Sector Entry on the Cards?
Although there is no official confirmation, multiple sources indicate that Arun Prasad is on track to join a major corporate entity, potentially in a strategic or administrative leadership role. It is believed that he has been considering this career shift for some time.
If accepted, his resignation would bring to a close nearly 20 years of public service, marking a significant career pivot from government service to corporate leadership—spanning forest governance, environmental management, and policy innovation.
