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Success Story
Bharat Lal Meena, a distinguished civil servant and visionary leader, serves as the esteemed Founder and Chairman of Bharatiya Engineering Science and Technology Innovation University located in Andhra Pradesh. With an illustrious career spanning over 32 years within the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), he has held pivotal roles across various departments within the Karnataka State Government and the Government of India.
His remarkable tenure includes serving as the Managing Director of the Bangalore Electric Supply Company, Commissioner of both BBMP (Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike) and BDA (Bangalore Development Authority), as well as assuming the mantle of Principal Secretary in the field of Agriculture. Culminating his career in public service, Shri. Meena retired in 2017 as the Additional Chief Secretary overseeing Higher Education in Karnataka.
Career Highlights
Bharat Lal Meena served for over 32 years in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS). He retired as the Additional Chief Secretary overseeing Higher Education in Karnataka. His roles included Managing Director of Bangalore Electricity Supply Company, Commissioner of BBMP and BDA, and Principal Secretary of Agriculture.
Apna Desh Movement
Bharat Lal Meena is the founder of “Apna Desh”, a self-help movement that encourages community participation and leadership in local affairs. The movement aims to empower individuals to take ownership of their surroundings and address local issues.
Innovative Schemes
Bharat Lal Meena is credited with initiating and implementing several innovative schemes in public administration. He is known for his focus on citizen engagement and collaborative problem-solving.
Education Focus
His last assignment before retirement was as the Additional Chief Secretary in charge of Higher Education in Karnataka, where he worked to enhance the state’s education ecosystem.
Early Career
Before joining the IAS, he served as a BDO in the Rajasthan Administration Service (RAS), a Probationary Officer in the State Bank of Patiala, and a Clerk-cum-Coin Note Examiner in the RBI.
Background
Bharat Lal Meena hails from Sundari village in Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan. He holds a Master’s degree in Political Science and another in Rural Development.