Tue, Apr 21, 2026
V. Vidyavathi
(IAS | Karnataka | 1991)
Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), New Delhi
V. Vidyavathi, born on November 3, 1967, is a 1991 batch IAS officer of the Karnataka cadre. She holds a B.A. degree and is currently serving as Secretary in the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in New Delhi. Throughout her career, she has held various positions including Secretary, Officer on Special Duty, Director General, Joint Secretary, Director, Deputy Secretary, Additional Secretary to Chief Minister, Joint Secretary to Chief Minister, Chief Executive Officer, and Assistant Commissioner. She is proficient in English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu.
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