Bhopal: On National Civil Services Day, celebrated annually on April 21, the spotlight is on the dedicated civil servants who implement government schemes on the ground and uplift public welfare. In Madhya Pradesh, several IAS officers have not only transformed governance within the state but have also earned national recognition for their innovative initiatives.
From women empowerment to agricultural reforms, their contributions have led to sustainable change and served as models for other states.
- 2001 batch P. Narhari, Principal Secretary, Public Health Engineering, conceptualized the Ladli Laxmi Yojana in 2006—now adopted by states like Maharashtra and Delhi.
- 2009 batch IAS officer Preeti Maithil, Commissioner, Horticulture & Food Processing, earned a National Award for improving the sex ratio in Rewa and was honored by ICMR for promoting millets.
- Praveen Adhayach, Private Secretary to Union Minister, was recognized by the President and PM for making Burhanpur the first district with 100% tap water under Jal Jeevan Mission.
- Priyanka Das, now at LBSNAA Mussoorie, led the scientific closure and redevelopment of Bhanpur Khanti and received a national award for the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao campaign.
- Karmveer Sharma, Commissioner, Food & Civil Supplies, has received multiple awards for effective governance in Dindori and Rewa.
Their foresight and commitment have significantly elevated the image of Madhya Pradesh in national discourse, showcasing the critical role of civil servants in driving transformation at the grassroots level.
