Dr. Sadhna Shanker, a distinguished figure in the Indian Revenue Service, retired as the Principal Director General of Income Tax (Human Resources) in New Delhi. A member of the 1987 batch, Dr. Shanker held senior positions across various central ministries, including Health, Home Affairs, and Civil Aviation, among others. She also served as an Advisor to the Competition Commission of India. Her academic credentials are equally impressive, with a B.Com (Hons) from Shri Ram College of Commerce, a Ph.D. in Economics, and an LLB.
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Beyond her government service, Dr. Shanker is a prolific author and blogger with a deep passion for literature and cinema. Her writing has graced the pages of prestigious national and international publications like The Times of India, The Hindu, and Huffington Post. She continues to share her insights through monthly columns in Dainik Bhaskar, Lokmat, and The South Asian Times, and her blog, The Mind Prism.
Dr. Shanker’s literary portfolio includes multiple books, such as “Ahlanwa-sahlan – A Syrian Journey” and the science fiction novel “Ascendance.” She is also an active participant in literary festivals like the Jaipur Literary Festival. Her creative contributions extend to television, where she has scripted and anchored programs and acted in acclaimed serials.
