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Atul Nilkantha Patne
(IAS | Maharashtra | 1999)
Principal Secretary, General Administration Department (GAD), Maharashtra
Atul Nilkantha Patne, an IAS officer of the 1999 Maharashtra cadre, currently serves as Principal Secretary in the General Administration Department since December 4, 2025. Born on July 1, 1971, he holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. Throughout his career, he has held various positions including Joint Secretary, Director, Deputy Secretary, District Collector, Additional Municipal Commissioner, Managing Director, CEO, Principal Secretary Tourism, and Commissioner. He has received multiple awards such as the President Award for Innovative Measures in Election Conduct in Naxal Areas, G-file Award for Excellence in Administration, and the PM Award for MGNREGS. He is proficient in English, Hindi, and Marathi.
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