Smruti Ranjan Pradhan

(IAS | Odisha | 2012)
Managing Director, Odisha Small Industries Corporation
Smruti Ranjan Pradhan, born on January 5, 1970, is an Indian Administrative Service officer of the 2012 batch, Odisha cadre. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Bangalore University and Sambalpur University, along with a Post Graduate Diploma in Management. Currently, he serves as the Managing Director of the Odisha Small Industries Corporation since March 13, 2026. His previous roles include Additional Secretary, Collector & District Magistrate, and Director. Mr. Pradhan continues to contribute to the administrative framework of Odisha through his various leadership positions.


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