Shri Samarth Verma IAS ( Odisha 2011) presently Director – Tourism has been appointed as Managing Director – OTDC, Managing Director – Odisha Film Development Corporation (OFDC), and Director – Technical Education & Training, Odisha.
Shri Samarth Verma, IAS, is a dynamic and accomplished civil servant known for his proactive leadership and deep commitment to public service. Throughout his illustrious career, he has demonstrated exceptional administrative acumen, particularly in land revenue management, disaster response, and rural development.
His journey in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) began with rigorous training at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) from 2011 to 2013. He then assumed his first field role as Sub-Collector of Koraput (2013–2014), where he worked diligently in land revenue management and district administration, addressing local governance challenges with efficiency and integrity.
Shri Verma’s leadership in rural development became evident during his tenure as Project Director at the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) in Koraput (2014–2016). He played a crucial role in implementing poverty alleviation programs, strengthening self-help groups, and improving rural infrastructure. His efforts in uplifting rural communities continued when he served as District Collector and Magistrate of Sambalpur (2016–2019), where he managed revenue administration and disaster response with a focus on resilience and development.
In 2019, he was appointed Commissioner of Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation, where he spearheaded urban governance initiatives, ensuring efficient municipal services and infrastructure development. His tenure as District Collector and Magistrate of Kendrapara (2019–2021) saw him implementing key government schemes and disaster management strategies, benefiting both urban and rural populations.
Since 2021, Shri Verma has been serving as the District Collector and Magistrate of Puri, where he has been instrumental in managing the region’s administrative framework, heritage conservation, and disaster preparedness. His tenure has been marked by innovative governance, effective disaster mitigation efforts, and a commitment to public welfare.
With a career dedicated to improving governance and citizen-centric administration, Shri Samarth Verma stands as an inspiring example of an IAS officer who brings impactful change to every role he undertakes. His relentless focus on public service and efficient governance continues to make a significant difference in the lives of the people he serves.
IndianBureaucracy.com wishes Shri Samarth Verma the very best.
