Neelam Shami Rao, IAS (1992 batch, Madhya Pradesh cadre) is a senior civil servant currently serving as Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. With over three decades of experience, she has held key roles including District Collector of Guna and Koria, Director General (Training) in the Ministry of Skill Development, and Central Provident Fund Commissioner (EPFO). Known for her administrative acumen and policy expertise, she now leads initiatives to promote innovation, sustainability, and growth in India’s textile sector.
Serving as Secretary, Ministry of Textiles
As per the Ministry’s Who’s Who page, she is currently the Secretary of Textiles.
Appointed Secretary, Ministry of Textiles
She was appointed Secretary, Textiles.
Relieved as CPFC & appointed Secretary, National Commission for Minorities
She was relieved from CPFC and moved to NCM as Secretary in the rank of Secretary to Government of India.
Appointed Central Provident Fund Commissioner (EPFO)
Took charge as CPFC in EPFO, under the Ministry of Labour & Employment
Director General, Training, Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
She held that role with the rank/pay of Additional Secretary
Held roles in departments like Food & Civil Supplies, Social Justice & Empowerment, Elementary Education in MP; also central deputations
Her bio states she has held various administrative positions in both state and central governments in several departments
District Collector & administrative roles in MP
She has served as District Collector in Guna and Koria districts in Madhya Pradesh.
Joined IAS (Madhya Pradesh cadre)
She is a 1992 batch IAS officer.