New Delhi: Shri Rajesh Agrawal, a distinguished officer of the 1994 Indian Administrative Service (IAS) batch, today assumed charge as the Secretary of the Department of Commerce within the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

Shri Agrawal brings a robust three decades of experience in governance, policy making, and implementation to the crucial post. His administrative footprint covers diverse and vital sectors, including skilling, human resource development, power, fertilizer, agriculture, and MSMEs.

Known for his expertise in human capital development, Shri Agrawal was instrumental in shaping the country’s skill development policies and served as India’s representative at the World Skills Governing Council for three years. He has also successfully steered significant sectoral reforms in

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