Ramakrishna Rao has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Telangana, succeeding Somesh Kumar. He is set to take charge on February 28. Rao, a 1987-batch IAS officer, was serving as the Special Chief Secretary in the Revenue Department. Known for his administrative skills and efficiency, Rao has held various key positions in the state government. His appointment comes at a crucial time as Telangana is battling various challenges, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, Karnan Singh, the current GHMC Commissioner, will take over as the new Special Chief Secretary in the Revenue Department. Singh, a 1996-batch IAS officer, has played a significant role in the development of Greater Hyderabad. His tenure as the GHMC Commissioner saw several important initiatives being implemented to improve the city’s infrastructure and services. Both Rao and Singh bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their new roles, and their appointments are expected to further strengthen the administration in Telangana. The state government has expressed confidence in their capabilities to lead their respective departments effectively and efficiently.