Rajesh Kumar, a veteran IAS officer, becomes Maharashtra's 46th Chief Secretary, tackling key economic projects.

Rajesh Kumar, a seasoned 1988-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as Maharashtra's 46th Chief Secretary, succeeding Sujata Saunik. Kumar, currently the additional chief secretary of the revenue department, will retain his position while taking on his new role. He faces the task of coordinating various departments to achieve the state's economic goals and manage controversial projects like the Shaktipeeth Mahamarg, which has faced opposition.