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As Bihar Gears Up for Assembly Polls, Race Begins for Next Chief Secretary; IAS Pratyaya Amrit Emerges as Frontrunner – Know More!

With Amrit Lal Meena Set to Retire in August, Senior IAS Officer Pratyaya Amrit Emerges as Frontrunner for State’s Top Bureaucratic Post
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Patna: As Bihar prepares for its upcoming assembly elections, the focus is not only on political maneuvering but also on a crucial change in the state’s bureaucratic leadership. With Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena set to retire in August 2025, the race for the top administrative post in the state has begun in earnest.

While official notification is yet to be issued, 1991-batch IAS officer Pratyaya Amrit is widely expected to be named as the next Chief Secretary of Bihar. Discussions within administrative and political circles strongly suggest that his appointment is nearly certain, based on a mix of seniority, track record, and proximity to power corridors.

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Several Names in the Fray, But Only One Clear Contender

The pool of eligible contenders for the Chief Secretary’s position includes IAS officers from the 1990 to 1992 batches. However, several candidates face constraints that could rule them out:

Chaitanya Prasad (1990 batch) tops the seniority list but retires on July 31, 2025, eliminating him from contention.

Keshav Kumar Pathak (1990 batch) is on central deputation as Special Secretary in the Cabinet Secretariat, with retirement approaching. His return to Bihar cadre appears unlikely.

S. Siddharth (1991 batch), Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister and Additional Chief Secretary (Education), is a key figure but retires in November 2025, around the expected time of election results—limiting his viability for a long-term appointment.

Deepak Kumar Singh and Harjot Kaur Bamhra (1992 batch) are also being discussed but are considered less likely due to their lower seniority and limited central administrative exposure.

That leaves Pratyaya Amrit—a senior bureaucrat currently holding three critical portfolios—as the most likely successor.

Why Pratyaya Amrit is the Obvious Choice

Currently serving as Development Commissioner, Additional Chief Secretary (Health Department), and Additional Chief Secretary (Disaster Management), Pratyaya Amrit’s leadership has consistently stood out. His strong administrative background and close working relationship with top political leadership in the state further cement his position.

Key highlights from his service record:

  • Implemented PPP model in Katihar district hospital as District Magistrate.
  • Took pioneering steps to curb obscenity at the Sonpur cattle fair during his tenure in Chhapra.
  • Mandated installation of CCTV cameras in cinema halls to boost public safety.

Known for effective leadership across portfolios like power, road construction, disaster relief, and public health.

Who is IAS Pratyaya Amrit?

A native of Gopalganj, Bihar, Pratyaya Amrit is a 1991-batch IAS officer of the Bihar cadre. He is known for his multilingual skills, including knowledge of Santali, a tribal language he learned during training. His field-level initiatives—such as cracking down on illegal gambling in Simdega—helped shape his image as a committed and ground-connected officer.

Throughout his career, he has been entrusted with several challenging departments and has consistently delivered, enhancing his stature as one of the most dependable bureaucrats in the state.

Read Also: Bihar: 5 IPS Officers Among 7,000 Cops Deployed as East Champaran Gears Up for PM Modi’s Visit

What’s Next for the Outgoing Chief Secretary?

There is strong speculation in administrative circles that Amrit Lal Meena, the current Chief Secretary, may be appointed as State Election Commissioner of Bihar post-retirement. The post is filled by the Governor of Bihar and plays a pivotal role in overseeing local body elections in the state.


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