Board of Directors

Shri M K Das, IAS

Shri M.K. Das, IAS, (Gujarat Cadre, 1990 Batch), assumed charge as the 33rd Chief Secretary to the Government of Gujarat on 31st October 2025 (A.N.). An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, where he earned a B.Tech. in Computer Science, Shri Das brings with him over three decades of distinguished service in public administration covering diverse experience spans Industrial Development, Revenue Administration, Urban Management, Law & Order, and Disaster Management. Shri Das is widely recognized for his strategic vision, administrative acumen, and commitment to inclusive and sustainable development in Gujarat.

Throughout his distinguished career, he has made significant contributions to policy formulation, governance, and institutional development at both the State and Central levels. He has served in key positions including District Collector of Porbandar, Banaskantha and Surat. Municipal Commissioner of Surat and Vadodara and Director (J&K Affairs) in Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.

He has also held senior roles such as Principal Secretary, Industries and Mines department; Additional Chief Secretary, Revenue, Ports & Transport, Panchayat & Rural Development and Home Departments, and served as Additional Chief Secretary to the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat during two tenures (2017-2021 and 2024-2025).

In addition, he has played a key role in Gujarat’s corporate and infrastructure sectors, serving as Joint Managing Director, GSPC, and Director on the Boards of GSPL, GSPC LNG and Gujarat State Police Housing Corp. Ltd.

As a Chief Secretary, he leads the State’s administrative machinery and chairs major PSUs including GSPC Group Companies, GSFC, GNFC, and GSPL where he also holds additional charge as Chairman and Managing Director.

Under Shri M.K. Das’s leadership, the State administration continues to emphasize good governance, transparency, and citizen-centric service delivery. He has played a pivotal role in promoting industrial growth, sustainable development, and technology-driven governance across key sectors. Known for his strategic foresight and collaborative approach, Shri Das has consistently worked to strengthen the State’s institutional capacity and accelerate inclusive socio-economic progress.

His career exemplifies administrative excellence, visionary leadership, and an unwavering commitment to public service, driving Gujarat’s continued progress in economic, industrial, infrastructural, and social development.