IAS Subodh Agarwal

Professional Experience

Dr. Subodh Agarwal is a highly esteemed Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer with over three decades of dedicated service. His illustrious career spans numerous pivotal roles within the Government of Rajasthan and the Government of India. Renowned for his strategic vision, innovative problem-solving skills, and unwavering commitment to public welfare, Dr. Agarwal has consistently delivered outstanding results in various administrative capacities. His leadership has been instrumental in implementing critical policies and projects, establishing him as a forward-thinking and effective administrator.

 

Below is a detailed overview of Dr. Agarwal’s professional journey, highlighting the key positions he has held and the significant contributions he has made in each role.

Chairman & Managing Director, Rajasthan Financial Corporation (Jun 2025 – Present)

  • Leading financial empowerment and industrial growth.

  • Director General, Indira Gandhi Panchayati Raj Sansthan (Jan 2024 – Jun 2025)

  • ACS, Water Resource Department & State Water Resources Planning Department (May 2023 – Jan 2024)

  • ACS, Public Health Engineering and Ground Water Department (Apr 2022 – Jan 2024)

  • ACS, Mines & Petroleum Department (Apr 2021 – May 2023)

  • ACS, Energy Department (Sep 2021 – Apr 2022)

  • Nominee Director, Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Ltd (May 2023 – Jan 2024)

  • Nominee Director, Rajasthan Jal Vikas Nigam Ltd (Jun 2022 – Jan 2024)

  • Chairman and Managing Director, Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Ltd (Oct 2020 – Apr 2022)

  • ACS, Mines & Petroleum Department (Jul 2020 – Nov 2020)

  • ACS, MSME Department (Sep 2019 – Jul 2020)

  • ACS, Industries, MSME, State Enterprises, NRIs, BIP & Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (Dec 2018 – Jul 2020)

  • ACS, Higher and Technical Education Department (May 2018 – Dec 2018)

  • ACS, Forest & Environment, Tourism, Art & Culture Department (Jan 2018 – Apr 2018)

  • Principal Secretary, Forest & Environment, Tourism, Art & Culture Department (Dec 2017 – Mar 2018)

  • Principal Secretary, MSME Department (May 2017 – Jan 2018)

  • Principal Secretary, Food-Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (Jun 2014 – May 2017)

  • Principal Secretary, Medical Education Department (Dec 2013 – Jun 2014)

  • Divisional Commissioner, Udaipur (Feb 2012 – Dec 2013)

  • Director, Rajasthan State Handloom Development Corporation Ltd (Dec 2018 – Jul 2020)

  • Chairman, Rajasthan State Handloom Development Corporation Ltd (May 2017 – Jan 2018)

  • Managing Director, The Rajasthan Small Industries Corporation Ltd (May 2017 – Jan 2018)

  • Member, Board of Revenue – Rajasthan (Oct 2011 – Feb 2012)

  • Private Secretary to Union Minister of Tribal Affairs, New Delhi (Jan 2010 – Jul 2011)

  • Divisional Commissioner, Bharatpur (Nov 2009 – Feb 2010)

  • Resident Commissioner, New Delhi (Oct 2009 – Nov 2009)

  • Private Secretary to MOS for Agriculture, Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution (Feb 2006 – Jul 2007)

  • Private Secretary to Union Minister of External Affairs (May 2004 – Nov 2005)

  • Secretary to Government, Rural Development Department (May 2004 – May 2004)

  • Special Secretary to Government, Rural Development Department (Jan 2004 – May 2004)

  • Collector & District Magistrate, Bharatpur (Jan 2001 – Jan 2004)

  • Additional Commissioner, Command Area Development (Oct 2000 – Jan 2001)

  • Registrar, University of Rajasthan (Feb 2000 – Oct 2000)

  • Director, Women & Child Development Department, Rajasthan (Jul 1999 – Feb 2000)

  • Deputy Secretary, Planning Department, Government of Rajasthan (Apr 1997 – Nov 1999)

  • Collector & District Magistrate, Bikaner (Sep 1995 – Apr 1997)

  • Managing Director, Rajasthan SC & ST Finance & Development Corporation (Jun 1994 – Sep 1995)

  • Additional Collector & Project Director, DRDA, Bharatpur (Jul 1992 – Jun 1994)

  • Sub Divisional Officer, Jaipur (Aug 1990 – Jul 1992)

Key Achievements

Establishment of New Medical Colleges

Played a crucial role in establishing seven new medical colleges and a State Cancer Institute, significantly addressing the shortage of doctors in Rajasthan.

Annapurna Bhandar Yojana

Successfully implemented the Annapurna Bhandar Yojana scheme to provide quality multi-brand products at reasonable prices through Fair Price Shops.

Biometric Verification for NFSA

Introduced a biometric verification system for NFSA beneficiaries, ensuring the rightful distribution of food grains and preventing significant leakages.

Rajasthan MSME Ordinance, 2019

Championed the Rajasthan MSME Ordinance, promoting entrepreneurship and ease of doing business in the state.

Food Fortification Initiative

Led initiatives in fortifying wheat flour, edible oils, and double fortified salt, earning Rajasthan the title of “Food Fortification Champion Early Adopter.

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