Wed, Apr 22, 2026
Sonali Ponkshe Vayangankar
(IAS | Madhya Pradesh | 2000)
Principal Secretary, Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Bhopal
Sonali Ponkshe Vayangankar, born on 27 July 1975, is an Indian Administrative Service officer from the 2000 batch, Madhya Pradesh cadre. She holds degrees in Civil Engineering (B.E.) and a Master of Arts (M.A.). Currently serving as Principal Secretary in the Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department at Bhopal since 12 August 2024, she has held various positions including Vice Chairman & Managing Director, Additional Commissioner, District Collector, Chief Executive Officer, Director, Additional Secretary, and Under Secretary. She is proficient in English, Hindi, and Marathi.
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