A M Patankar, born on March 21, 1938, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1976 batch, Maharashtra cadre. Throughout his career, he held several key positions including Managing Director, District Collector, Deputy Secretary, Additional Commissioner, and Additional Commissioner. His most recent designation was Director General at Maharashtra. He served in the Information and Broadcasting Department during his tenure. Patankar’s extensive experience in various administrative roles highlights his long-standing commitment to public service within the Maharashtra cadre.