Rajiv Nayan Choubey, born on January 28, 1959, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1981 Tamil Nadu cadre. He holds postgraduate degrees in Physics and Economics, along with a graduate degree in Physics. Throughout his career, he served in various capacities including Secretary of the Civil Aviation Department from June 5, 2015, to January 31, 2019. His extensive experience encompasses roles such as Special Secretary, Additional Secretary, Director General, Development Commissioner, Principal Resident Commissioner, Joint Secretary, District Collector, and Managing Director, among others. His service reflects a broad administrative portfolio across multiple departments and responsibilities.