IAS, 1982 Batch, MP Cadre. B.Sc.Honors and M.Sc Maths, St Stephens College, Delhi University, Secretary Maths Society, National Science Talent Scholar and won Ground colors in Squash racquets.1997-1998:Harvard University, USA– divided time between John F Kennedy School and Harvard Business School, Masters in Public Administration 1998.Presently Principal Secretary Urban Development Department, Govt. of MP.Earlier postings:MD MPSIDC, MD MPRDC, Commissioner MP Housing Board, Director Ministry of Commerce, GOI.Plays vigorous badminton and leisurely golf. Written for ET,HT,and varous other journals.Author of "Soul, Mind, Body:Mapping the Global Citizen" released by CIC on 30/3/2007.Creator of concept and methodology for www.scratchmysoul.com

Interacted with major corporations for planning overseas entry and business strategies. Kept pace with macro-economic trends and financial events and advised various sectors of Trade and Industry. Screened major business and investment decisions of two large trading firms, MMTC and STC. Represented country in several business delegations and Trade talks with major trading partner countries.