Ardra Agarwal, an Indian Administrative Service officer of the 2007 Gujarat cadre, currently serves as Secretary to Government at Gandhinagar in the General Administration Department (Planning) since March 17, 2025. Born on December 22, 1980, she holds an M.A. and M.Phil in Political Science, and a B.A. (Hons) in Political Science from the University of Delhi. Her previous roles include Director (Census Operations), District Collector, Managing Director, Director, Chief Electoral Officer, District Development Officer, Assistant Collector, and Supernumerary Assistant Collector. She is proficient in English, Hindi, and Gujarati.