IFS 1997 Batch · Karnataka

Srinivasulu IFS

Principal Secretary, Ecology & Environment · Govt. of Karnataka

"The solution lies in nature, choose sustainable lifestyle. Be Eco friendly."

Distinguished Milestones

🏅
Gold
University Medal
University of Agriculture Sciences — top of class distinction
🌿
27+
Years of Service
Spanning forests, wildlife, AYUSH and environment policy
🌍
COP21
Paris Climate Summit
Documentary featured by PM Modi — Kali Tiger Reserve film
📊
Top 10
All India Rank
Molecular Biology & Biotechnology — national academic excellence
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE

Three Decades
of Impact

Leading forest governance, climate action, and ecological transformation across Karnataka's most critical natural landscapes and environmental policy corridors.

  • ✓ Currently serving as Principal Secretary
  • ✓ 12+ leadership positions across Karnataka
  • ✓ Global recognition at COP21 Paris Summit
Present

Principal Secretary — Forest, Ecology & Environment

Government of Karnataka. Leading state environmental policy, forest governance, and ecological conservation at the highest administrative level.

Previous Role

Commissioner — AYUSH, Karnataka

Revolutionized public health systems and traditional medicine frameworks, integrating Ayurveda and Yoga into state health policy.

COP21 Recognition

Director — Kali Tiger Reserve, Dandeli

Conservation documentary featured by PM Modi at the COP21 Paris Climate Summit. Transformed Dandeli-Anshi into a globally recognized tiger habitat.

Regulation

Member Secretary — KSPCB

Karnataka State Pollution Control Board. Strengthened environmental regulation frameworks and industrial compliance across the state.

Foundation

Divisional Forest Officer — Multiple Divisions

Built grassroots forest management expertise across Karnataka's diverse ecological zones, from coastal to high-altitude ecosystems.

A distinguished Indian Forest Service(IFS) officer with over two decades of leadership in forestry, wildlife management, environmental governance, and public administration.

Education

Gold Medalist

University of Agricultural Sciences — top distinction in graduating class

All India 10th Rank

Molecular Biology & Biotechnology post-graduation

2nd Rank IARI

IARI National Entrance Exam — doctoral-level achievement

IFS Top Rank

Indian Forest Service 1997 Batch — civil service entrance

Career Milestones

Present
Principal Secretary

Forest, Ecology & Environment, Govt. of Karnataka

Previous
Commissioner — AYUSH

Government of Karnataka

COP21 Recognition
Director — Kali Tiger Reserve

Dandeli, Documentary featured at Paris Summit

Regulation
Member Secretary — KSPCB

Karnataka State Pollution Control Board

Foundation
Divisional Forest Officer

Multiple Divisions across Karnataka

Areas of Works

KFD WildlifeKFD Wildlife
AYUSHAYUSH
Karnataka GovtKarnataka Govt
KSPCBKSPCB
WildlifeWildlife
Kali Tiger ReserveKali Tiger Reserve
ADCLADCL

Recent Stories

TEDxABBS
TEDxABBS

Srinivasulu IFS Takes the TEDx Stage

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Deccan Herald
Deccan Herald

Living Forests, Shared Futures

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Literature Event
Literature Event

Unveiling of Jvaratimirabhaskarah Book

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Get In Touch

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