J G Deshpande, born on April 2, 1939, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1977 Maharashtra cadre. He holds a postgraduate degree in Economics. Throughout his career, he served in various capacities including Junior Scale, Deputy Collector, District Supply Officer, Assistant Commissioner, Deputy Secretary, Additional Commissioner, District Collector, CEO, and Deputy Secretary. His most recent designation was Joint Secretary in the Agriculture and Cooperation Department of Maharashtra. Deshpande’s extensive service reflects his long-standing commitment to administrative roles within the state government.