Shelesh Nawal IAS empanelled as Joint Secretary
Shri Shelesh Nawal IAS (Maharashtra 2010) has been empanelled as Joint Secretary at the Centre.
Shri Shelesh Nawal, IAS is a distinguished officer of the Indian Administrative Service, widely recognized for his academic excellence in economics and his extensive experience in district administration and civil services training. His career reflects the intellectual depth and administrative versatility that define the Indian Bureaucracy, particularly in the areas of land revenue management, rural development, and personnel training.
An accomplished scholar, Shri Nawal completed his Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Economics from Shri Ram College of Commerce, under University of Delhi, securing First position. He further strengthened his academic credentials with a Master of Arts in Economics from the prestigious Delhi School of Economics, also under the University of Delhi, where he again secured First Class. His strong grounding in economic theory and public finance has significantly informed his administrative approach, particularly in revenue administration and district governance.
Shri Nawal began his civil services journey in Maharashtra, serving in key field positions that shaped his administrative acumen. As Assistant District Collector (ADC) in Thane, he gained firsthand exposure to land revenue management and district administration. He later served as ADC-cum-Chief Executive Officer in the Department of Panchayat & Rural Development in Ahmednagar, where he contributed to rural development initiatives and the strengthening of Panchayati Raj institutions.
His leadership responsibilities expanded when he was appointed District Collector and District Magistrate of Wardha (2016–2019). In this role, he oversaw land revenue administration, consolidation efforts, and district-level implementation of development schemes. He subsequently served as District Collector and District Magistrate of Amravati (2019–2021), where he managed complex administrative challenges, including revenue management, law and order coordination, and inter-departmental governance.
In August 2021, he briefly held the position of Deputy Secretary in the General Administration Department, Mumbai, focusing on human resource development within the state administration. Shortly thereafter, he was appointed Deputy Director at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) under the Department of Personnel & Training, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Government of India. At LBSNAA, he has been actively engaged in personnel training and capacity building for civil servants, an area frequently highlighted in Indian Bureaucracy Latest News due to its importance in shaping future governance leadership.
From September 2021 to August 2025, Shri Nawal served as Deputy Director at LBSNAA, contributing to curriculum development, training design, and mentoring of officer trainees. In August 2025, he was elevated to the position of Senior Deputy Director (Director Equivalent) at the Academy, further strengthening his role in institutional leadership and administrative training.
Shri Shelesh Nawal’s career demonstrates a balanced blend of academic distinction and field-level administrative leadership. His transition from district collectorates in Maharashtra to a senior role at India’s premier civil services training institution underscores his versatility and commitment to public service excellence. His professional journey continues to draw attention in Indian Bureaucracy Appointments and Top Indian Bureaucracy News, particularly in the context of personnel training and governance reforms.
With a strong foundation in economics and a proven record in district administration and institutional leadership, Shri Nawal exemplifies the intellectual rigor and administrative commitment that continue to shape the evolving framework of the Indian Bureaucracy.
Indian Bureaucracy News wishes Shri Shelesh Nawal the very best.