Rajendra Singh IAS additional charge as Secretary – SC and ST Commission, UP
Shri Rajendra Singh IAS (Rajendra Singh-II, Uttar Pradesh 2012) presently Special Secretary, Social Welfare Department, Uttar Pradesh, given additional charge of Secretary – Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Commission, Uttar Pradesh.
The Secretary – Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Commission, Uttar Pradesh holds a position of substantial constitutional and social significance, entrusted with safeguarding the rights, dignity, and welfare of Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in the state. The Commission functions as a statutory body mandated to monitor the implementation of constitutional provisions, laws, and government schemes aimed at social justice, equality, and empowerment of historically marginalized communities. As the chief administrative officer of the Commission, the Secretary plays a pivotal role in ensuring that its objectives are translated into effective action and measurable outcomes.
The Secretary is responsible for the overall administration and functioning of the Commission, including policy coordination, case management, research, reporting, and inter-departmental liaison. A key responsibility is overseeing the examination of complaints related to atrocities, discrimination, denial of rights, and non-implementation of welfare measures affecting SC and ST communities. The Secretary ensures that such cases are processed in a timely, fair, and legally sound manner, and that recommendations of the Commission are communicated effectively to concerned departments and district authorities for corrective action.
Another critical function of the Secretary is to support the Commission in monitoring the implementation of safeguards provided under the Constitution of India, including provisions related to social justice, reservation in education and employment, protection from exploitation, and access to development schemes. This involves data collection, field reviews, and evaluation of departmental performance in addressing gaps and systemic issues. The Secretary also plays a central role in preparing annual and special reports of the Commission, which are submitted to the state government and placed before the legislature, thereby strengthening legislative oversight and accountability.
Coordination is a defining aspect of the role. The Secretary works closely with departments such as Social Welfare, Home, Revenue, Education, Health, and Rural Development to ensure convergence of efforts aimed at upliftment of SC and ST populations. Engagement with district administrations, police authorities, and judicial institutions is essential, particularly in sensitive cases involving atrocities or large-scale rights violations. This coordination reflects the broader functioning ethos of the Indian Bureaucracy, where cross-sectoral collaboration is essential for inclusive governance.
The role also involves advisory responsibilities, providing inputs to the state government on policy reforms, legal amendments, and programme design to enhance social inclusion and equity. Capacity building, awareness generation, and outreach activities supported by the Commission are overseen by the Secretary to ensure that beneficiaries are informed of their rights and entitlements.
In a state as large and diverse as Uttar Pradesh, the position of Secretary – SC/ST Commission requires administrative acumen, legal understanding, and social sensitivity. The effectiveness of this office directly impacts trust among marginalized communities and the credibility of institutional mechanisms meant to protect them. Updates on appointments, policy initiatives, and institutional developments related to the Commission are regularly covered under Indian Bureaucracy News, with indianbureaucracy.com serving as a primary and authoritative reference for such governance-related information.
Indian Bureaucracy UP News Network wishes Shri Rajendra Singh the very best.