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R Karikal Valaven
(IAS | Andhra Pradesh | 1989)
Special Chief Secretary, Industries and Commerce Department
R Karikal Valaven, born on 31 July 1963, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1989 Andhra Pradesh cadre. He holds graduate degrees in History and Law. Over his career, he served in various capacities including Assistant Collector, Project Officer, Deputy Commissioner, District Collector and Magistrate, Commissioner, Managing Director, Secretary, Principal Secretary, and Special Chief Secretary. His most recent position was Special Chief Secretary in the Industries and Commerce Department from 4 May 2020 to 31 July 2023. Valaven’s extensive administrative experience spans multiple leadership roles within the Andhra Pradesh government.
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