K Ajaya Kumar, born on 28 December 1955, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1997 Kerala cadre. He holds a graduate degree and served in various capacities throughout his career, including multiple terms as Secretary, Director, Special Secretary, Additional Secretary, Managing Director, and District Collector. His most recent position was Secretary in the Agriculture Department from 30 March 2015 to 31 December 2015. Kumar’s extensive administrative experience spans several leadership roles within the government, reflecting a long-standing commitment to public service in Kerala.