Dr Jagadeesha K G IAS (Karnataka 2005), presently awaiting posting, is now appointed as Secretary – Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Sciences and Fisheries Department, Bengaluru, Karnataka, relieving Shri V Anbukkumar IAS of the charge. Known for his multidisciplinary academic background and extensive administrative experience, Dr. Jagadeesha brings over 18 years of expertise across rural development, education, electoral reforms, and industrial administration.
Dr. Jagadeesha holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from Bangalore University, a B.Sc. in Agriculture from the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, and an M.Sc. in Genetics from the prestigious Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi—all with First Class distinctions. His academic excellence across disciplines reflects a rare combination of technical, agricultural, and scientific knowledge, which he has applied effectively throughout his public service career.
He has held several pivotal positions, including Secretary, Department of Commerce (Coffee Board), Commissioner of School Education, Additional Chief Electoral Officer, Commissioner of Labour, and Mines Commissioner, among others. Notably, during his tenure as Deputy Commissioner in multiple districts—Yadgir, Hassan, Ramanagar, and Gulbarga—he led key governance initiatives, including disaster management, land revenue reforms, and developmental planning.
In the education sector, his work as Commissioner of School Education was marked by reforms aimed at improving access and quality of primary and secondary education in Karnataka. He also made a lasting impact during his tenure in the Rajiv Gandhi Rural Housing Corporation, spearheading affordable housing programs in rural areas.
Dr. Jagadeesha’s recent stint as Secretary to the Coffee Board of India was instrumental in promoting India’s coffee trade, improving farmer incomes, and encouraging sustainable agricultural practices. His role blended policy leadership with grassroots engagement, reinforcing his capacity for strategic governance.
With his new role in Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Sciences, and Fisheries, he is poised to enhance the sector’s contribution to rural livelihoods, nutrition, and agricultural diversification in Karnataka. Known for his commitment, administrative acumen, and people-first approach, Dr. Jagadeesha is expected to steer impactful programs and modernize service delivery in his department.
A dynamic and seasoned administrator, Dr. Jagadeesha K G continues to be a vital force in Karnataka’s governance landscape, blending academic excellence with visionary leadership for public good.
IndianBureaucracy.com wishes Dr Jagadeesha K G the very best.
