B S Sawant, born on September 5, 1938, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1975 Maharashtra cadre. He holds a graduate degree and a postgraduate degree in Economics. Throughout his career, Sawant served in various capacities including Controller, Managing Director, Director, District Collector, CEO, Joint Director, Private Secretary, Under Secretary, Junior Scale officer, District Supply Officer, and Deputy Collector. His most recent designation was Joint Secretary in the Department of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Maharashtra. Sawant's extensive service reflects a diverse administrative experience within the Maharashtra cadre.