B D Tripathi, born on September 29, 1930, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1981 batch, Madhya Pradesh cadre. He holds a graduate degree in Mathematics and a postgraduate degree in Physics. During his service, he held various positions including Officer on Special Duty to the Minister, Director, and General Manager. His most recent role was Deputy Secretary in the Department of Home, Madhya Pradesh, from January 1, 1986, to September 1, 1988. Throughout his career, he contributed to the administrative framework of Madhya Pradesh until his retirement.