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The Telangana government has appointed A. Santhi Kumari as Vice-Chairman of the MCR HRD Institute following her superannuation on April 30. As the first woman Chief Secretary of Telangana, Kumari brings extensive administrative experience across multiple government departments. Her appointment comes shortly after K. Ramakrishna Rao was named the new Chief Secretary. The MCR HRD Institute is a premier administrative training institute aimed at developing a dedicated government workforce.

Key Points: Santhi Kumari Appointed VC of MCR HRD Institute After Superannuation

  • Santhi Kumari becomes Vice Chairman of premier administrative training institute
  • First woman Chief Secretary of Telangana
  • Appointed after K Ramakrishna Rao named new Chief Secretary
  • Extensive experience across multiple government departments
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Telangana appoints Santhi Kumari as VC of MCR HRD Institute

Telangana's first woman Chief Secretary Santhi Kumari gets key administrative role at MCR HRD Institute post-retirement

"In exigency of administration, Smt.Santhi Kumari is placed in full additional charge - Telangana Govt Order"

Hyderabad, April 28

The Telangana government on Monday appointed Chief Secretary A. Santhi Kumari as Vice-Chairman of Dr Marri Channa Reddy Human Resources Development (MCR HRD) Institute of Telangana upon her superannuation on April 30.

"In exigency of administration, Smt.Santhi Kumari, IAS, Vice Chairman, Dr MCR HRD Institute, is placed in full additional charge of the post of Director General, Dr MCR Human Resource Development Institute, until further orders," reads a Government Order issued on Monday.

Dr MCR HRD Institute is the premier administrative training institute of the Telangana government to create and sustain a dedicated workforce for the government.

The GO appointing Santhi Kumari as Vice Chairman of Dr MCR HRD came a day after the government named senior IAS officer K. Ramakrishna Rao as the new Chief Secretary.

The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 1991 batch is currently the Special Chief Secretary, Finance Department.

Ramakrishna Rao is the first Chief Secretary to be appointed by the Congress government since assuming office in November 2023.

The government, through a separate order, also placed Ramakrishna Rao in full additional charge of the post of Special Chief Secretary, Finance Department, until further orders.

Known for fiscal expertise, Ramakrishna Rao was the front-runner for the coveted post. The government is understood to have picked him in view of the financial constraints faced by the state.

Meanwhile, a day after his appointment as Chief Secretary, Ramakrishna Rao called on Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy.

In January 2023, Santhi Kumari was appointed as Chief Secretary after the then Chief Secretary Somesh Kumar was sent to Andhra Pradesh following the Telangana High Court order.

An IAS officer of the 1989 batch, Santhi Kumari was the first woman Chief Secretary of Telangana.

She was holding the post of Special Chief Secretary, Forest Department, prior to her appointment as Chief Secretary.

A post-graduate in marine biology, she pursued an MBA in the United States and also worked in the United Nations programmes for two years. During three decades of her service, she served in various positions in the departments of Education, Health, Poverty Alleviation, Skill Development, and Forests.

- IANS

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Priya K.
Great to see more women in leadership positions! Santhi Kumari has had such an impressive career trajectory. Her international experience will definitely bring fresh perspectives to HRD. 👏
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Rahul S.
While I appreciate her qualifications, I wonder if this is the best use of her expertise. The finance department could have really benefited from her experience given the state's financial constraints.
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Anjali M.
Her background in marine biology to MBA to UN work to now HRD - what an incredible journey! Shows how versatile IAS officers can be. Inspiring for young women administrators.
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Vikram P.
Both appointments seem well considered. Ramakrishna Rao for financial expertise and Santhi Kumari for HR development. Hope they can work together to improve governance!
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Sunita R.
As someone who's attended training at MCR HRD, I'm excited about this change. The institute needs fresh energy and I think she's the right person for it. Her education background will be valuable.

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