Dr. Srivatsa Krishna has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism by the Government of India
Dr. Srivatsa Krishna, IAS (Karnataka cadre, 1994 batch), has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism by the Government of India. Key Details - Predecessor: He succeeds V. Vidyavathi (IAS, 1991 batch), who has moved to head the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. Academic Background: - Postgraduate degree in International Studies from Jawaharlal Nehru University - PhD in Management from IIT Madras - MBA from Harvard University Professional Experience: - Served as Secretary, Commerce & Industry, Karnataka - Held roles in Urban Administration & Development and e-Governance - Worked with the World Bank Group - Appointment Context: Part of a broader secretary-level reshuffle approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). Significance Dr. Krishna’s appointment brings a blend of global academic exposure and administrative expertise to India’s tourism sector. His leadership is expected to focus on: - Strengthening India’s tourism infrastructure - Promoting sustainable and inclusive tourism policies - Enhancing India’s global positioning as a premier travel destination This reshuffle signals the government’s intent to align tourism with broader economic and social development goals.
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