R N Srivastava, born on November 10, 1938, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1980 batch, Uttar Pradesh cadre. He holds a postgraduate degree in Commerce and a graduate degree in Commerce. Throughout his career, he served in various capacities including Junior Scale, Additional District Magistrate, Deputy Secretary, Joint Secretary, District Magistrate, and Special Secretary. His most recent position was District Collector at Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh, from February 1, 1992, to November 30, 1996. Mr. Srivastava's extensive service reflects his commitment to administrative roles within the Uttar Pradesh cadre.