Uttarakhand Officials revealed on Tuesday that Radha Raturi, an esteemed Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, is poised to make history as Uttarakhand’s inaugural female chief secretary.
The nod from Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami signals Raturi’s ascent to the state’s top administrative role, succeeding Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, whose tenure concludes tommorow.
A veteran of the 1988 IAS batch, Raturi presently serves as Uttarakhand‘s additional chief secretary, poised to chart a groundbreaking path as the state’s foremost woman bureaucrat.
With Uttarakhand’s inception in November 2000, Raturi’s appointment marks a significant milestone, highlighting gender inclusivity in administrative leadership.
Throughout her illustrious career, Raturi has held pivotal positions, garnering acclaim for her dedication and expertise.
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Anil Raturi, her spouse, formerly served as the Uttarakhand director general of police before retiring in November 2020, reflecting a shared commitment to public service within the Raturi household.
