Principal Secretary, Ecology & Environment · Govt. of Karnataka
"The solution lies in nature, choose sustainable lifestyle. Be Eco friendly."
Leading forest governance, climate action, and ecological transformation across Karnataka's most critical natural landscapes and environmental policy corridors.
Government of Karnataka. Leading state environmental policy, forest governance, and ecological conservation at the highest administrative level.
Revolutionized public health systems and traditional medicine frameworks, integrating Ayurveda and Yoga into state health policy.
Conservation documentary featured by PM Modi at the COP21 Paris Climate Summit. Transformed Dandeli-Anshi into a globally recognized tiger habitat.
Karnataka State Pollution Control Board. Strengthened environmental regulation frameworks and industrial compliance across the state.
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.
University of Agricultural Sciences — top distinction in graduating class
Molecular Biology & Biotechnology post-graduation
IARI National Entrance Exam — doctoral-level achievement
Indian Forest Service 1997 Batch — civil service entrance
KFD Wildlife
AYUSH
Karnataka Govt
KSPCB
Wildlife
Kali Tiger Reserve
ADCL

