Service: Indian Administrative Service (IAS), 1992 batch, Rajasthan cadre
Current Position: Secretary, Department of Fertilizers, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers (since August 2023)
Additional Charge: Secretary, Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals (December 2023–June 2024)
🏛️ Administrative Career
- Shri Mishra is a senior IAS officer of the 1992 Rajasthan cadre, currently leading the Department of Fertilizers since August 2023.
- He concurrently held the additional charge of Secretary, Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals from December 2023 to June 2024 to ensure leadership continuity during a transition period.
🛠️ Roles & Responsibilities
As Secretary (Fertilizers), he oversees:
- Production, procurement, and distribution of fertilizers across India
- Managing subsidy frameworks and ensuring supply chain efficiencies
- Coordination with state governments and fertilizer manufacturers
- Overseeing fertilizer usage policies, including balanced nutrient management
During his tenure as Secretary (Chemicals & Petrochemicals), he:
- Managed chemical sector policies alongside his primary role in fertilizers
- Ensured seamless alignment between both departments for industrial regulation and promotion until a full-time appointment was made in June 2024
📝 Summary
Shri Rajat Kumar Mishra is the first-line administrative head of India’s fertilizer sector. His dual role with chemicals and petrochemicals reflects his capacity to handle interconnected industrial ministries. His leadership focuses on stable fertilizer supply, subsidy management, and promoting synergy in India’s broader chemicals value chain.