Sun Nov 30 00:36:48 UTC 2025: Summary:

The Indian newspaper “The Hindu” reported on November 30, 2025, that G. Sai Prasad will replace K. Vijayanand as Chief Secretary of the Government of Andhra Pradesh, effective March 1, 2026. Vijayanand is retiring on February 28, 2026, after a three-month extension of service. Sai Prasad, a 1991-batch IAS officer, has held various positions including Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Power for the Government of India.

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G. Sai Prasad to Become Next Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh

Vijayawada, India – November 30, 2025 – The Government of Andhra Pradesh has announced that G. Sai Prasad will succeed K. Vijayanand as the state’s Chief Secretary. The change will take effect on March 1, 2026.

The announcement, made in a Government Order issued on Saturday, follows the scheduled retirement of current Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand on February 28, 2026. Vijayanand’s service had previously been extended for three months, from December 1, 2025, to his retirement date.

G. Sai Prasad, a 1991-batch IAS officer, brings a wealth of experience to the role. His career includes serving as Warangal Joint Collector and holding the position of Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Power for the Government of India. He started his career as Warangal Joint Collector in June 1992.

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