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Rajiv Jalota, an accomplished Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, has a notable record of service and achievements, most recently in his role as Chairman of the Mumbai Port Trust (MbPT).

Educational Background: Rajiv Jalota holds a Master of Science in Chemistry from Lucknow University. He later pursued a Master's in International Development Policy from Duke University, USA, while serving in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), which he joined in 1988​​.

Chairmanship at Mumbai Port Trust: Jalota assumed the role of Chairman of the Mumbai Port Trust on November 4, 2020. During his tenure, he has been involved in various initiatives to improve the port's operations and its contribution to the city of Mumbai. This includes focusing on the port’s vision for Mumbai in 2047 and the creation of a marina​​​​.

Role in Indian Ports Association: As Chairman of the Indian Ports Association, Jalota has emphasized the need for India to harness its potential in shipbuilding. He has also been involved in initiatives related to carbon footprint reduction, cargo handling, promoting a circular economy, and advocating for environmentally sustainable shipping​​.

Director General of Shipping: In addition to his role at the Mumbai Port Authority and the Indian Ports Association, Jalota took on the additional responsibility of Director General of Shipping under the Ministry of Shipping in February 2023. This position allows him to influence and oversee a broader range of maritime activities and policies at the national level​​.

Additional Charge at Mormugao Port Trust: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) also entrusted Jalota with the additional charge of Chairperson of Mormugao Port Trust, further expanding his leadership and influence in India's maritime sector​​.

In his previous roles, he has served as:

CEO of Zilla Parishad, Osmanabad; District Collector of Yavatmal and Latur: In the early years of his career, Jalota served as the CEO of Zilla Parishad in Osmanabad and as the District Collector in Yavatmal and Latur districts. These roles typically involve significant administrative responsibilities at the district level, including overseeing government programs and maintaining law and order​​.

Managing Director, SICOM: Jalota worked as the Managing Director of State Industrial and Investment Corporation of Maharashtra Limited (SICOM), which plays a key role in industrial development in the state​​.

CEO of Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC): He also served a full stint as the Chief Executive Officer of Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation, which is responsible for the development of industrial infrastructure in the state​​.

Commissioner of Employment and Self Employment, Maharashtra State: Jalota's role as Commissioner in this department involved overseeing employment policies and initiatives in Maharashtra​​.

Additional Municipal Commissioner (Projects), Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai: In this role, he managed key areas such as Finance and Budget, Slum Sanitation, Water Supply and Sewerage Management, and the Assessment and Collection Department. He introduced the Capital Value System in Property Tax in Mumbai​​.

Commissioner, Sales Tax for Maharashtra: From January 2015, Jalota was involved in the National Law and Policy making process of GST (Goods and Services Tax) and played a crucial role in its implementation in Maharashtra​​.

Heading the Higher and Technical Education department of Maharashtra State: Prior to joining the Mumbai Port Authority, he was involved in preparing the Implementation Plan of National Education Policy 2020​​.

Additional Chief Secretary, Higher and Technical Education: Jalota was appointed as additional chief secretary of the higher and technical education department by the Maharashtra government​​.

For his contributions to the GST implementation, Jalota was also awarded the PM Award for Excellence in Public Administration in 2017​​.