Telangana Government Reassigns Four IAS Officers; M. Raghunandan Rao Appointed Secretary, Revenue (FAC)
In a bid to strengthen administrative efficiency and reinforce policy execution, the Telangana government has announced a fresh round of IAS officer postings. The reshuffle, which affects four senior officials, is aimed at optimizing departmental leadership across revenue, infrastructure, and district governance.
Raghunandan Rao to Oversee Revenue Affairs Amid Leadership Transition
Following the voluntary retirement of senior IAS officer Syed Ali Murtaza Rizvi (1999 batch), effective October 31, the government has entrusted M. Raghunandan Rao—a 2002-batch officer currently serving as Commissioner of Commercial Taxes—with Full Additional Charge as Secretary to the Government in the Revenue Department (Commercial Taxes & Excise). His appointment comes at a pivotal time as the state navigates key tax reform initiatives.
S. Harish to Head Endowments Department Alongside Energy Portfolio
S. Harish, a 2015-batch IAS officer and current CMD of TGGenco, has been given additional responsibility as Director, Endowments. This reassignment is expected to foster better coordination between Telangana’s energy and religious affairs departments. The move also relieves Ms. Shailaja Ramaiyer (1997 batch) of her previous FAC duties in the Endowments department, signaling a strategic shift in leadership across cultural and utility sectors.
Bhavesh Mishra to Lead Mines and Geology with Tech-Driven Focus
In another key change, Bhavesh Mishra, also from the 2015 batch and presently Deputy Secretary in the ITE&C Department, has been appointed Director of Mines and Geology. This transition releases Ms. Valluru Kranthi from her FAC role and is expected to align mineral resource management with the state’s broader digital and sustainability goals.
Garima Agrawal Transferred to Rajanna-Sircilla for Enhanced District Engagement
Garima Agrawal, a 2019-batch IAS officer known for her grassroots experience, has been moved from her post as Additional Collector (Local Bodies) in Siddipet to the same position in Rajanna-Sircilla district. Her relocation is aimed at supporting active development efforts and fostering stronger civic participation in the region.
Chief Secretary Emphasizes Strategic Realignment for Governance Excellence
The transfer orders were issued by Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao (1991 batch), reflecting the state’s intent to reinforce institutional capacity and deploy capable officers in roles that demand both policy insight and field-level execution. These changes underscore Telangana’s continued focus on responsive governance, digital innovation, and inclusive development.
