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Santanu Basu
(IAS | West Bengal | 2000)
Secretary, Information and Cultural Affairs Department
Santanu Basu, born on September 11, 1974, is a 2000 batch IAS officer of the West Bengal cadre. He holds an M.A. degree and is currently serving as Secretary in the Information and Cultural Affairs Department since April 12, 2023. Throughout his career, he has held various positions including Additional Chief Secretary, Managing Director, Commissioner, District Magistrate, and Principal Secretary. His extensive administrative experience spans roles such as Deputy Secretary, Joint Secretary to the Chief Minister, and Officer on Special Duty to Minister. He is proficient in Bengali, English, and Hindi. Santanu Basu continues to serve in the Indian Administrative Service.
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