In a key administrative development, senior IAS officer HariChandana has assumed charge as Secretary of the Labour, Employment, Training & Factories (LET&F) Department in Telangana. A 2010-batch officer, she has been formally relieved from her role as Hyderabad Collector to take up the new assignment.
Her appointment comes at a crucial time when the state is prioritising employment generation, industrial growth, and workforce skilling.
A Proven Track Record in Urban Innovation
During her tenure with the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation, HariChandana earned recognition for introducing innovative and sustainable urban solutions. Her initiatives included lake rejuvenation projects, waste-to-wealth programmes, and the development of urban biodiversity parks.
She also led the implementation of recycled plastic roads and community-driven sanitation campaigns—efforts that have since been replicated in other regions. Her work is often cited as a model for combining sustainability with scalable governance.
Strong Grassroots Leadership
As District Collector of Nizamabad, she demonstrated strong on-ground administrative capabilities. Her focus areas included strengthening self-help groups, improving rural infrastructure, enhancing public health outreach, and promoting farmer-centric initiatives.
Her approach has consistently balanced policy vision with effective implementation at the grassroots level.
Recognition and Impact
HariChandana’s work has received recognition at national and global platforms, particularly for aligning with sustainability goals such as climate action, circular economy practices, and inclusive urban development.
Key Responsibilities Ahead
In her new role, she will oversee a wide range of responsibilities, including labour welfare, industrial safety, employment systems, and skill development initiatives.
Officials expect her reform-oriented approach to bring fresh momentum to Telangana’s labour and employment ecosystem, helping strengthen workforce readiness and support the state’s industrial growth ambitions.
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With her experience and innovation-driven mindset, HariChandana is poised to play a key role in shaping Telangana’s future in employment and skilling.