Draft:Chanchal Kumar IAS

Chanchal Kumar is a distinguished Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 1992 batch, Bihar cadre. His career is marked by significant contributions to public administration and governance, both in the state of Bihar and in central government roles.

Career
Chanchal Kumar's career spans various pivotal roles:

Bihar Government Roles
Chanchal Kumar served in various capacities within the Bihar government, most notably as Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister of Bihar. He has been recognized as one of the most influential officers in the state, playing a pivotal role in administration and governance[35†source]. .

Central Deputation
Chanchal Kumar's central deputation has seen him take on significant roles contributing to national infrastructure and aviation.

Secretary, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region
In September 2023, Kumar was appointed as the Secretary, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region

Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation
Prior to his role in the Development of North Eastern Region, Kumar served as the Secretary of the Ministry of Civil Aviation from June 2023.

Managing Director, National Highways Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited
Kumar has also held the position of Managing Director at the National Highways Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), where he played a crucial role in enhancing India's infrastructure development

Roles in Bihar Government
Within the Bihar government, Kumar has served in various capacities, including Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Principal Secretary of the General Administration Department (GAD), Principal Secretary for Public Grievances, and Mission Director of the Bihar Administrative Reform Mission Society. These roles underscored his commitment to enhancing governance and public administration in Bihar.

Personal Life
Chanchal Kumar is married to Snigdha Das. He is known for keeping a low profile regarding his personal life while being highly regarded in his professional capacities[35†source].