The bureaucratic circle is abuzz with speculation that Union Information and Broadcasting Secretary Sanjay Jaju (IAS: 1992: TG) could return to Telangana as the next Chief Secretary (CS).
The current CS, A. Shanthi Kumari (IAS: 1989: TG), is set to retire in April 2025.
Jaju, who has been on central deputation since 2014—barring a brief stint as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) at Telangana Bhawan in 2022—is reportedly keen to take on the role if given the opportunity.
However, he is among several contenders for the coveted position.
Other prominent names in the fray include Shashank Goel (IAS: 1990: TG), Arvind Kumar (IAS: 1991: TG), K. Rama Krishna Rao (IAS: 1991: TG), Vikas Raj (IAS: 1992: TG), and Jayesh Ranjan (IAS: 1992: TG).
HIs Earlier Roles Include:
- Additional Secretary to Government of India: Served from 2018 to 2023.
- Director, National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited: Held the position from October 2014 to March 2018.
- Secretary to Government of Andhra Pradesh (Electronics, IT, and Communications Department): Served from May 2011 to October 2014.
