( i ) Ritika Narula Associate Course Coordinator Nitesh Jha Associate Course Coordinator Shelesh Nawal Associate Course Coordinator Nand Kumarum Course Coordinator 3rd Common Mid-Career Training Programme (27-31 October, 2023) COURSE TEAM
( iii ) As the Course Coordinator for the distinguished senior officers of the Indian Civil Services from the 2003 batch, who have gathered at the esteemed Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration for the Common Mid-Career Training Program (CMCTP), it is both an honor and a privilege to introduce this publication. The CMCTP is a unique and vital juncture in the careers of these accomplished civil servants, where they come together to reflect, learn, and exchange experiences. This period of intensive training is designed to refine their skills, broaden their horizons, and instill in them the knowledge and insights required for their continued service to the nation. This slambook serves as a testament to the bonds forged during the program, the shared experiences, and the camaraderie that has developed among these outstanding officers. It encapsulates the spirit of learning and cooperation that defines this mid-career training. Within these pages, you will find not just names and faces, but the bonds, camaraderie, and commitment of these senior officers share while serving the noble cause of public service. It is a chronicle of their shared journey through the ups and downs of their careers, their successes and challenges, and the FOREWORD
( iv ) values that inspire them to serve our great nation. I would like to express my gratitude to the participants for their dedication and enthusiasm throughout this program. Their shared experiences, reflections, and insights will undoubtedly enrich the discourse on governance, leadership, and the challenges facing our nation today. It is my hope that this book will not only be a cherished keepsake for those who participated but also as a testament of friendship and belongingness. May the bonds and blessings shared here continue to guide these officers as they navigate the complex and ever-evolving landscape of public administration. I wish all the participants of the CMCTP the very best in their future endeavors. May they continue to uphold the values of integrity, diligence, and service that are the bedrock of the Indian Civil Services. Nand Kamarum Course Coordinator CMCTP-2023
( v ) CONTENTS 1 Abhay Kumar IFS 1 2 Abhinav Gupta IRAS 2 3 Abhishek Singh IFS 3 4 Abhishek Chandra IAS 4 5 Aboobacker Siddique P IAS 5 6 Ajay Kumar Dubey IFS(AIS) 6 7 Ajeet Kumar Sahu IAS 7 8 Akhilesh Kumar Jha IPS 8 9 Akhilesh Kumar Singh IPS 9 10 Alka Gautam IRS(IT) 10 11 Alok Kumar IRS(IT) 11 12 Amrita Soni IAS 12 13 Anil Kumar Bharadwaj IRS(IT) 13 14 Anita Rupavataram IRS(IT) 14 15 Anjaneyulu Kuruba IRAS 15 16 Anjula Jain IRS(IT) 16 17 Ankur Garg IAS 17 18 Anu George IAS 18 19 Anup Francis Dungdung IAAS 19 20 Anupam Kumar IAS 20 21 Anvita Sinha IRPS 21 22 Aradhana Sahu IFS(AIS) 22 S.No. Name of the Participants Service Page No.
( vi ) 23 Ashish Choudhary IPS 23 24 Ashok Kumar IPS 24 25 Aswathy S IAS 25 26 Avinash Champawat IAS 26 27 Babu A IAS 27 28 Balakrishnan V IPS 28 29 Bandana Preyashi IAS 29 30 Chandra Vijay IRS(IT) 30 31 Col Vinod Kumar IPOS 31 32 Dharmendra Tewari IIS 32 33 Dilip Jawalkar IAS 33 34 Dnyaneshwar Patil IAS 34 35 Dr Bhartendu Kumar Singh IDAS 35 36 Dr K Sasikumar IFS(AIS) 36 37 Dr Khumkar Mahesh Suresh IDAS 37 38 Dr Rathan Kelkar IAS 38 39 Dr. Jaffer P C IAS 39 40 Dr. Pinky Jowel IAS 40 41 Dr. Sukhchain Singh IPS 41 42 Dushyant Mudgal IPOS 42 43 Esther Ninghauvung Hanghal IRS(IT) 43 44 Ganesh Sudhakar Bare IRS(IT) 44 45 Gopal Singh IFS(AIS) 45 46 Jai Prakash Pandey IRPS 46 47 Jasbir Singh IPS 47 48 Jayant Narlikar IAS 48 49 Jayaseelan T IDAS 49 S.No. Name of the Participants Service Page No.
( vii ) 50 Jayoti Banerjee IFS(AIS) 50 51 K. D. Dewal IFS 51 52 K. M. Mahesh IRS(IT) 52 53 Kamal Kishor Yadav IAS 53 54 Kamlesh Kumar Mishra IRTS 54 55 Kartikey Singh IRTS 55 56 Karuppannaswamy S N IRPS 56 57 Kona Sasidhar IAS 57 58 Krishna Kunal IAS 58 59 Lokesh Kumar Singh IAS 59 60 Lv Bhaskara Reddy IRS(IT) 60 61 Manoj Kumar IRS(IT) 61 62 Manoj Kumar IPOS 62 63 Manoj Tiwari IPS 63 64 Mayur Maheshwari IAS 64 65 Ministhy S IAS 65 66 Monalisa Dash IFS(AIS) 66 67 N Luikham IFS(AIS) 67 68 Nagaraju Chakilam IPS 68 69 Nandini Paliwal IAS 69 70 Natesha S.R IFS(AIS) 70 71 Neeraj Semwal IAS 71 72 Nikhil Kumar Kanodia IPS 72 73 Nitin Bhanudas Jawale IAS 73 74 Om Prakash Meena IRS(IT) 74 75 P Rajalingam Basu IRTS 75 76 Pankaj Kumar IRS(IT) 76 S.No. Name of the Participants Service Page No.
( viii ) 77 Pooja Kulkarni IAS 77 78 Prachi Gangwar IFS(AIS) 78 79 Pranav Kumar IPS 79 80 Prasanth V K IRS(IT) 80 81 Prashant K. Jha IRS(IT) 81 82 Prathvi Raj Meena IRS(IT) 82 83 Praveen Karanth IRS(IT) 83 84 Praveen Kumar Rai IDAS 84 85 Pravin Madhukar Pawar IPS 85 86 Prawin Kumar Toppo IAS 86 87 Preetam B Yashvant IAS 87 88 Preethi Abraham IAAS 88 89 Priti Agarwal IPOS 89 90 Priyankaa Varghese IFS(AIS) 90 91 Pupul Dutta Prasad IPS 91 92 Pushpendra Singh Choudhary IRS(IT) 92 93 R Ravishankar IFS(AIS) 93 94 Rajat Agarwal IAS 94 95 Rajesh Chandra IDAS 95 96 Rajesh Kumar IPS 96 97 Rakesh Kumar Arya IPS 97 98 Rakesh Kumar Pandey IDAS 98 99 Rakesh Ranjan IRS(IT) 99 100 Ramawatar Sharma IAAS 100 101 Ramesh Kasuladev IFS(AIS) 101 102 Ritu Maheshwari IAS 102 103 S P Anandh Kumar IFS(AIS) 103 S.No. Name of the Participants Service Page No.
( ix ) 104 S. Chandrasekar IFS(AIS) 104 105 S Anbalagan IFS(AIS) 105 106 Salim Javed Shaik IRAS 106 107 Samuel Changkija IFS(AIS) 107 108 Sanjay Goyal IAS 108 109 Sanjay Kumar IPTAFS 109 110 Satheesh N IFS(AIS) 110 111 Satish Meriga IRS(IT) 111 112 Satya Pratap Singh IDAS 112 113 Saurabh Kumar IFS(AIS) 113 114 Saurabh Rao IAS 114 115 Shafiullah Baba IFS(AIS) 115 116 Shaila A IAS 116 117 Shailendra Sharma IRS(IT) 117 118 Shailesh Kumar Jakhotiya IAAS 118 119 Shefeen Ahamed K IPS 119 120 Shivakumar C.M IFS(AIS) 120 121 Siddhartha Komalsingh Pardeshi IAS 121 122 Sidhartha Shashni IPS 122 123 Sonam Chombay IRS(IT) 123 124 Sonia Singh IPS 124 125 Sowjanya IAS 125 126 Srinivasu Sunku IRS(IT) 126 127 Suboorul Hasan Usmani IRS(IT) 127 128 Sudeesh V C IRTS 128 129 Sudhakar R IPS 129 130 Sunil Emmanuel IPS 130 S.No. Name of the Participants Service Page No.
( x ) 131 Suresh Sivanandan IRS(IT) 131 132 Swaroop Prithvi IAS 132 133 Swati Sharma IAS 133 134 T Sankar IRS(IT) 134 135 Vijai N IFS(AIS) 135 136 Vijayakumara Salimath IFS(AIS) 136 137 Vikas Vaibhav IPS 137 138 Vishwanath Singh Jadon IAAS 138 139 Viswakannan P IFS(AIS) 139 140 Vivek Pandey IAS 140 141 Vivek Verma IRS(IT) 141 142 Vrunda Manohar Desai IRS(IT) 142 S.No. Name of the Participants Service Page No.
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1 M.A. Geography DDG (ICCR) Ministry of External Affairs Others T E S T I M O N I A L S Full of positive energy BY: Avinash Champawat IFS | 2003 Batch ABHAY KUMAR 3 January 1980 +91-9910974345 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
2 B.E. MARINE FA&CAO/ NORTH WESTERN RAILWAY MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS Rajasthan T E S T I M O N I A L S All-rounder personality, very caring, helpful, and positive thinking officer. A strong believer in team spirit and camaraderie. A real friend who will stand by his friends in difficult times. A great leader who leads by example. Ever-smiling, enthusiastic, and energetic officer. An intelligent mind who always thinks of systemic improvement. A great officer! By: Dr. Mahesh Suresh Khumkar, IDAS IRAS | 2003 Batch ABHINAV GUPTA 25 August 1972 +91-9116017282 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
3 BA ( Hons) Political Science PGDM ( Human Resources) Joint Secretary Ministry of External Affairs AGMUT T E S T I M O N I A L S A diplomat par excellence, a suave, practical, and no-nonsense persona. A unique blend of Chinese, Pakistan, & Afghanistan experience which is a rarity in Foreign Service. As Ambassador to Venezuela, Abhishek worked on expanding the energy basket for India. On the personal front, he carries himself as a loving family man, a true friend, and a guide in different times. With his already varied experience in different roles in diplomacy, he has exceptional abilities to rise in the service of the nation. His subtle sense of humor is not known to many. Even in his humor, there is a message. IFS | 2003 Batch ABHISHEK SINGH 3 January 1977 +91-8448869117 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
4 Post Graduate Program For Senior Executives, Executive MBA From Indian School Management. Special Secretary, . Department of Planning & Coordination, Government of Tripura Tripura T E S T I M O N I A L S A complete "Tea Totaller" who cannot survive a day without one daily Tea- riffic quotes in the group and without company of friends. He is a loving dad and an excellent officer. BY - Ajeet Kumar Sahu IAS Tripura Cadre | 2003 Batch ABHISHEK CHANDRA 27 November 1975 +91-9810771807 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
5 M.A, M. Phil (Sociology) Secretary Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Co-operative Jharkhand T E S T I M O N I A L S With a heart as vast as the ocean and a smile that can brighten the gloomiest day, you're a ray of sunshine in our batch. Your kindness, sense of humor, and endless support have left an indelible mark. IAS Jharkhand Cadre | 2003 Batch ABOOBACKER SIDDIQUE P 8 March 1974 +91-9955107207 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
6 B Tech, M Sc CF South Forest Department West Bengal T E S T I M O N I A L S The life of the party, your energy is boundless. Your strict yet caring persona makes you a guiding light for all. IFS(AIS) West Bengal Cadre | 2003 Batch AJAY KUMAR DUBEY 24 May 1976 +91-8250233164 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
7 MA In Development Studies MA In Ancient History, Archeology &Culture Joint Secretary Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Others T E S T I M O N I A L S The "perfect host" always available for friends and a hidden KTP. IAS AGMUT Cadre | 2003 Batch AJEET KUMAR SAHU 10 June 1974 +91-9419110001 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
8 M.A (Economics) LLB (Law) Inspector General of Police (Human Rights), Jharkhand Home, Jail & Disaster Management Department Jharkhand T E S T I M O N I A L S A dear person for everyone, Akhilesh Jha is maintaining the same charm and youthfulness of two decades back. Very thorough with his work, and he is readily approachable for any help. BY: AKHILESH KUMAR SINGH, IPS, ASSAM IPS Jharkhand Cadre | 2003 Batch AKHILESH KUMAR JHA 1 January 1977 +91-9955811111 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
9 MASTER OF ARTS IN HISTORY IGP (T&AP) ASSAM GUWAHATI HOME DEPARTMENT Assam-Meghalaya T E S T I M O N I A L S Ever smiling jovial and happy so lucky Akhilesh is a joy to be with person. Having known him for 2 decades now, he is a great combination of intellect and joie-de-vivre. His commitment towards walk and personal friendship is commandable and exemplary. A great friend colleague and fellow officer. BY - Jasbir Singh IPS IPS Assam-Meghalaya Cadre | 2003 Batch AKHILESH KUMAR SINGH 15 February 1979 +91-9435096080 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
10 M. Phil Commissioner of Income-tax, Ministry of Finance Rajasthan T E S T I M O N I A L S Your presence at any gathering is like a burst of sunshine. Your laughter and zest for life are contagious, making every moment unforgettable. IRS(IT) | 2003 Batch ALKA GAUTAM 22 December 1973 +91-8800355074 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
11 M.A. (Delhi University) UGC-NET Commissioner of Income Tax Income Tax Department/ Ministry of Finance Maharashtra T E S T I M O N I A L S Like a fine wine, you only get better with time. Your youthful spirit, combined with a heart of gold, is a source of inspiration for us all. IRS(IT) | 2003 Batch ALOK KUMAR 15 July 1975 +91-9408791769 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
12 MA/ M.Phil International Politics Masters In Public Administration And Management Principal Staff Officer to Chief Secretary Office of Chief Secretary Uttar Pradesh T E S T I M O N I A L S A beacon of positivity and laughter, you infuse every gathering with joy. Your energy is contagious, and your zest for life is a reminder that we should savor every moment. You're the sunshine in our lives. IAS Uttar Pradesh Cadre | 2003 Batch AMRITA SONI 24 August 1975 +91-9450046473 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
13 B.E. CIT(exemption), Jaipur Dept of Revneue Rajasthan T E S T I M O N I A L S Age can't touch your youthful spirit, and your warm heart keeps us connected. Thanks for being a shining example of friendship. IRS(IT) | 2003 Batch ANIL KUMAR BHARADWAJ 1 October 1976 +91-9408708608 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
14 M Phil In Ancient Indian History Director, O/o Custodian, Mumbai Department of Financial Services, G/o India Maharashtra T E S T I M O N I A L S A friend like no other, you're always ready with wisdom. Dependable and caring, you're a true beacon of support IRS(IT) | 2003 Batch ANITA RUPAVATARAM 3 October 1978 +91-7588630053 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
15 M.Sc(Maths) FA&CAO/G/SWR@HUBLI. Ministry of Railways. Karnataka T E S T I M O N I A L S He goes out of the way to care for people. Extremely friendly to colleagues highly energetic. BY: Balakrishnan Velaiah, IPS IRAS | 2003 Batch ANJANEYULU KURUBA 5 May 1975 +91-8143345011 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
16 M.B.B.S., M.D.(General Medicine).. ADG(Vigilance)(HQ), CBDT, New Delhi Ministry of Finance AGMUT T E S T I M O N I A L S A team player through and through. You make collaboration seem effortless, and your positive attitude is contagious. IRS(IT) | 2003 Batch ANJULA JAIN 2 July 1973 +91-9910229030 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
17 B. Tech (IIT Delhi) MPA-ID (Harvard University) Ll.B PhD (Currently Enrolled At IIT Delhi) Commissioner, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh AGMUT T E S T I M O N I A L S The (open) secret to his brainpower is; never to waste high-calorie food on muscles, and save 100% of it for neurons. BY: SANJAY GOYAL IAS AGMUT Cadre | 2003 Batch ANKUR GARG 14 June 1980 +91-9999533320 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
18 MA, M.Phil, MPP Secretary Chief Ministers Office, Government of Tamil Nadu Tamil Nadu T E S T I M O N I A L S A true 'Agent of Change,' your relentless pursuit of innovative solutions has left an indelible mark on our batch. Your forward-thinking approach is a beacon of hope for the future. IAS Tamil Nadu Cadre | 2003 Batch ANU GEORGE 15 April 1976 +91-7358679138 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
19 MA Accountant General (Audit) IA&AD Jharkhand T E S T I M O N I A L S Reliable as ever, you're the one we can count on when the going gets tough. Your support means the world to us. IAAS | 2003 Batch ANUP FRANCIS DUNGDUNG 24 February 1976 +91-9873693627 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]
20 M. Sc. PHYSICS Specialisation: Digital Electronics Secretary to the Hon"ble CM, Bihar, Mission Director, Bihar Vikas Mission, Secretary Information and Public Relation Department T E S T I M O N I A L S A person with a golden heart and "Yaaron Ka Yaar". Our G.L for Bharat darshan group and we bothered him a lot. Only improved with the time and became more purified. Running "Bihar" from the frontline. BY - Kamal Yadav. IAS Bihar Cadre | 2003 Batch ANUPAM KUMAR 14 November 1974 +91-9006695555 EDUCATION Present Posting & Address T E S T I M O N I A L S DATE OF BIRTH PHONE & EMAIL [email protected]