Dr. M N Ajay Nagabhushan, born on April 6, 1977, is an Indian Administrative Service officer of the 2004 Karnataka cadre. He holds an M.B.B.S. degree and is currently serving as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting since February 1, 2025. Throughout his career, he has held various positions including Joint Secretary, Commissioner, Joint Secretary to the Chief Minister, Chief Executive Officer, Deputy Commissioner, Joint Commissioner, Additional Commissioner, Managing Director, Assistant Commissioner, IAS Probationer, and Secretary to Government. He is proficient in English, Hindi, and Kannada. Dr. Nagabhushan continues to serve in the IAS.