M Gopalkrishnan, born on June 2, 1938, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1980 Tamil Nadu cadre. He holds a postgraduate degree in Economics. Throughout his career, he served in various capacities including Welfare Officer, Deputy Director, Revenue Divisional Officer, Deputy Secretary, Joint Secretary, Director, District Collector, Joint Commissioner, and Joint Secretary. His most recent designation was Joint Commissioner Director in the Department of Finance from July 1, 1993, to June 30, 1996. Mr. Gopalkrishnan’s extensive service reflects his long-standing commitment to public administration in Tamil Nadu.