IAS Officer Appointed as Regional Director, Prayagraj

Shri Ashish Kumar Srivastava, IAS, Appointed as Regional Director (Director Level), SSC Prayag raj
Shri Ashish Kumar Srivastava, IAS (Uttarakhand cadre, 2011 batch), has been designated as Regional Director (Director level) at the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Prayagraj, for a five-year tenure under the Central Staffing Scheme, up to 10.11.2029.
He previously served as Regional Director at the Deputy Secretary level in the same office, where he contributed significantly to recruitment reforms and administrative coordination.
An alumnus of VBS Purvanchal University and Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Shri Srivastava holds a B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Botany. This strong academic foundation underpins a governance approach marked by analytical rigor and data-driven decision-making.
Over the years, he has held several key roles in the Government of Uttarakhand, including:
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District Magistrate of Uttarkashi and Udham Singh Nagar
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Additional Secretary to the Chief Minister
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Vice Chairman, Dehradun Development Authority
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CEO, Urban Development Projects
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Director (Administration), Pantnagar University
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Additional Secretary, Planning Department
In each of these roles, he consistently demonstrated a commitment to effective governance and public service.
As a result, his work spans vital sectors such as urban governance, land revenue, and rural development. In parallel, he also gained international exposure during a study leave abroad, thereby adding a global perspective to his administrative approach. This combination of domestic experience and international insight has strengthened his ability to design and implement effective, forward-looking governance strategies.
His promotion to Director at SSC Prayagraj reflects his leadership, expertise, and dedication to public service.
Shri Srivastava’s promotion to Director level at SSC Prayagraj stands as a recognition of his administrative acumen, leadership, and dedication.
Indiangovtnews.com extends heartfelt congratulations to Shri Ashish Kumar Srivastava and wishes him continued success in this new role.