Ramakrishna Rao is set to take over as the next Chief Secretary of Telangana, replacing Somesh Kumar, who is retiring. Rao, a 1987-batch IAS officer, is currently serving as the Special Chief Secretary (Finance) and is known for his administrative skills and efficiency. His appointment as the Chief Secretary is seen as a strategic move by Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao to ensure smooth governance in the state. Prior to his current role, Ramakrishna Rao has held several key positions in the state administration, including as the Principal Secretary of Municipal Administration and Urban Development Department. He is also credited with playing a crucial role in the successful implementation of various government schemes and initiatives. Meanwhile, Karanam Konda Vishweshwar Reddy, who is currently serving as the Secretary of Agriculture and Cooperation, is likely to be appointed as the new Commissioner of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC). Reddy, a 1996-batch IAS officer, is expected to bring his expertise in the agriculture sector to his new role at the GHMC, where he will be responsible for overseeing the civic administration of Hyderabad. His appointment comes at a time when the GHMC is facing various challenges, including the management of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the development of infrastructure in the city. Overall, these appointments are expected to bring fresh leadership to key administrative positions in Telangana, ensuring effective governance and development in the state.