Dr. Shailesh Kumar Sharma, born on December 31, 1955, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1984 Maharashtra cadre. He served as Principal Secretary in the Department of Transport, Maharashtra. His extensive career included roles such as Settlement Commissioner & Director, Chairman & Managing Director, Divisional Commissioner, Municipal Commissioner, District Collector and District Magistrate, Administrator, Deputy Commissioner, CEO, and Assistant Collector. Dr. Sharma holds a Ph.D. in Zoology, an M.Sc. in Zoology, and a postgraduate degree in Administrative Science and Development Problems. His service reflects a broad administrative experience across multiple key positions in Maharashtra.