Vijayawada: The Andhra Pradesh government led by N. Chandrababu Naidu has extended the tenure of Chief Secretary G. Sai Prasad by six months, following approval from the Central Government.
According to the official order, the 1991-batch IAS officer of the Andhra Pradesh cadre will continue as the state’s top bureaucrat from June 1, 2026 to November 30, 2026.
Prasad had assumed charge as Chief Secretary on March 1, 2026, succeeding K. Vijayanand. His appointment as Chief Secretary was originally notified by the state government on November 29, 2025.
Extension Approved Ahead of Scheduled Retirement
G. Sai Prasad was due to retire on May 31, 2026. With the six-month extension, he will now remain in office until November 30, 2026, ensuring continuity in administration during a crucial period for the state government.
His overall date of superannuation remains December 31, 2026.
Who Is G. Sai Prasad?
Born on May 6, 1966, G. Sai Prasad is a senior IAS officer of the 1991 batch from the Andhra Pradesh cadre. He cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 1990 at the age of 25.
He holds an M.Tech. degree, and his engineering background has helped him manage technically demanding portfolios such as power, water resources, infrastructure, land administration, and governance.
Distinguished UPSC and Administrative Journey
Over more than three decades in public service, Sai Prasad has held several key positions at both the state and central levels.
Important Assignments Held by G. Sai Prasad
- Assistant Collector, Warangal
- Assistant Collector, Paderu
- Project Officer, ITDA, Paderu
- Commissioner, Guntur Municipal Corporation
- Joint Collector, Cuddapah
- Collector, Chittoor
- Joint Managing Director, APTRANSCO
- CMD, Eastern Power Distribution Company of AP (EPDPCL)
- CMD, APCPDCL
- Vice Chairman, Andhra Pradesh Housing Board
- Joint Secretary, Ministry of Power
- Secretary to the Chief Minister
- Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister
- CMD, Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Corporation Pvt. Ltd.
- Chief Commissioner of Land Administration (CCLA)
- Special Chief Secretary, Water Resources Department
- Ex-Officio Special Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister
Expertise in Power, Infrastructure and Governance
Sai Prasad is widely regarded for his strong technical and administrative capabilities. His experience spans critical sectors including:
- Power and energy
- Water resources
- Land administration
- Urban infrastructure
- Public governance
His tenure in departments such as Energy and Water Resources has been particularly notable for handling large-scale infrastructure and policy initiatives.
Continuity in State Administration
The extension reflects the confidence of the Andhra Pradesh government and the Centre in Sai Prasad’s leadership and administrative experience.
As Chief Secretary, he plays a central role in coordinating inter-departmental governance, implementing major development projects, and supporting the policy agenda of the N. Chandrababu Naidu government.
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