Shri Raghav Langer IAS (Uttarakhand 2009), presently on Central Deputation and posted as Director – Jal Shakti, Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation, Government of India, is appointed as Secretary – National Medical Commission (NMC), Department of Health & Family Welfare. This Joint Secretary level position is at Level 14 of the Pay Matrix and is offered on a Central Deputation basis for a combined tenure of 7 years, effective until 03.10.2025.
Shri Raghav Langer has consistently demonstrated excellence in public administration, governance, and policy implementation. With a distinguished academic background, he holds an M.B.B.S. degree from Jammu University, where he excelled in medicine, followed by a Master’s in Public Policy from IGNOU and LBSNAA, securing top ranks in both fields. His unique combination of medical expertise and policy acumen has enabled him to contribute significantly to various sectors, from healthcare and water resources to planning and governance.
Currently serving on Central Deputation, Shri Langer is appointed as Secretary of the National Medical Commission (NMC) under the Department of Health & Family Welfare, a role where his vast administrative experience and healthcare knowledge will be instrumental in shaping national medical policies. Prior to this, he served as Director in the Ministry of Jal Shakti, overseeing Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation, where his leadership played a crucial role in policy formulation and project execution.
His career reflects a steady rise through critical administrative positions, with a strong focus on planning, governance, and district administration. As Secretary to the Government in the Planning & Development Department, Kashmir, he spearheaded economic and statistical initiatives aimed at sustainable growth. His tenure as Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, was marked by efficient land revenue management and district administration. Before that, as Deputy Commissioner cum District Magistrate of Pulwama and Kathua, he played a pivotal role in governance, public service delivery, and crisis management.
His contributions extend beyond district administration, having led key projects such as the World Bank-assisted development initiatives in Srinagar as Chief Executive Officer. In Uttarakhand, he served as Additional Secretary in the Drinking Water & Sanitation Department and the Higher Education Department, demonstrating his diverse expertise in public welfare sectors. His tenure as District Magistrate of Rudraprayag was particularly commendable, where he played a vital role in disaster management and rehabilitation efforts.
Starting his career as a Joint Magistrate in Ranikhet and later serving as Chief Development Officer in Pithoragarh, Shri Langer exhibited a deep commitment to rural development and grassroots governance. Over the years, his dynamic leadership, strategic decision-making, and unwavering dedication have made a lasting impact on public administration in multiple states.
With a reputation for excellence, Shri Raghav Langer continues to be a driving force in India’s administrative landscape, bringing visionary leadership to every role he undertakes. His vast experience, multidisciplinary expertise, and commitment to public service make him a distinguished figure in governance and policy execution at both state and national levels.
IndianBureaucracy.com wishes Shri Raghav Langer the very best.
