Kakarla Usha, born on March 6, 1969, is a distinguished Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1994 batch of the Tamil Nadu cadre. She holds a B.A. and an M.B.A. Currently, she serves as the Additional Chief Secretary in the Department of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in Tamil Nadu, a position she has held since July 16, 2026. Throughout her career, she has held various significant roles, including Principal Secretary, Director, and Managing Director. Usha is proficient in English, Marathi, Tamil, and Telugu, contributing to her effective administration across diverse regions.