R K Bhargava, born on November 15, 1947, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1972 Maharashtra cadre. He holds a graduate degree in English and a postgraduate degree in Political Science. Throughout his career, Bhargava served in various capacities including District Collector, Additional Commissioner, Under Secretary, Joint Secretary, Additional Secretary, Chief Electoral Officer, Principal Secretary, Managing Director, Director, Chief Executive Director, and Secretary. His most recent designation was Secretary General at Maharashtra in the Department of Home Affairs. Bhargava's extensive service reflects a diverse administrative experience within the Indian civil services.