Smaraki Mahapatra is a 2002 batch Indian Administrative Service officer of the West Bengal cadre. Born on 23 January 1976, she holds a B.A. and a Postgraduate Diploma. She is currently serving as Secretary at the Food Processing Industries and Horticulture Department, West Bengal, since 7 August 2026. Throughout her career, she has held various positions including Secretary, Director, Commissioner, Commercial Tax Commissioner, Excise Commissioner, District Magistrate, Additional District Magistrate, Chief Executive Officer, Executive Magistrate, and Chairman and Managing Director. She is proficient in English, Hindi, and Oriya.