R Vasudevan, born on 27 March 1942, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1964 Maharashtra cadre. He holds graduate degrees in Physics and Law, along with a postgraduate degree in Political Science. Throughout his career, he served in various capacities including Secretary, Chairman, Managing Director, Director General, Principal Secretary, Joint Secretary, and District Collector. His most recent designation was Vice Chairman at Maharashtra in the Department of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions. Vasudevan's extensive administrative experience spans multiple leadership roles across state and departmental levels.