Shri Patrick Xalxo serves as Under Secretary in the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, overseeing the Coordination, Parliament & RTI Division, AYUSH Education Policy–III, and the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB). With deep expertise in legislative affairs, education policy, and resource governance, he plays a vital role in ensuring transparency, educational advancement, and sustainability within the AYUSH ecosystem. His work bridges administrative precision with India’s holistic development goals in traditional medicine and education.
Under Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH
2020 – Present |
📅 Appointed: 2020
👔 Designation: Under Secretary (Coordination, Education & Policy)
🏛️ Government of India – Ministry of AYUSH
🧾 Departments / Divisions under charge:
Coordination, Parliament & RTI Division –
Managing Parliamentary Questions, Standing Committee Reports, and Cabinet Note coordination for the Ministry
Preparing briefs and legislative documents for the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha sessions
Supervising Right to Information (RTI) processing, ensuring adherence to transparency and accountability norms
Acting as liaison between AYUSH divisions and other ministries for consolidated policy responses and progress reviews
AYUSH Education Policy–III –
Overseeing formulation and implementation of AYUSH Education Policy–III, focusing on Homoeopathy, Yoga, and Naturopathy systems
Coordinating with the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH) and the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) for curriculum modernization
Ensuring alignment of AYUSH education standards with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 guidelines
Facilitating quality assurance, research integration, and digital learning tools for AYUSH students and institutions
National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) –
Supervising administrative and policy matters of the NMPB, a key body promoting the cultivation, conservation, and sustainable use of medicinal plants
Coordinating financial and technical assistance programs under the National AYUSH Mission (NAM)
Supporting farmer-based livelihood initiatives and medicinal plant clusters across India
Ensuring compliance with biodiversity conservation laws and environmental sustainability goals
🌿 Key Responsibilities:
Strengthening inter-ministerial and parliamentary coordination for AYUSH initiatives
Promoting educational modernization across AYUSH systems through structured policy frameworks
Supporting the sustainable growth of India’s medicinal plant ecosystem under NMPB
Section Officer, Ministry of AYUSH
2015 – 2020 |
🏛️ Government of India – Ministry of AYUSH
👔 Core Responsibilities:
Coordinated parliamentary matters including Questions, Assurances, and Committee Reports
Handled RTI cases, ensuring timely and accurate responses in compliance with the RTI Act, 2005
Supported policy drafting for AYUSH Education Reforms and NMPB initiatives
🏆 Appreciated for his meticulous documentation and ability to handle cross-departmental coordination efficiently
Early Administrative Career
2005 – 2015 |
🏢 Entered Central Government service through the Central Secretariat Service (CSS)
🧾 Served in key administrative capacities across ministries, focusing on policy coordination, legislative documentation, and RTI compliance
💬 Recognized for maintaining precision in parliamentary replies, inter-ministerial communications, and file management
🌱 Developed expertise in ensuring procedural transparency and institutional accountability
Early Life & Education
📍 Birthplace: Chhattisgarh, India
🎓 Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science – Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur
Master’s in Public Administration – Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi
Certification in Parliamentary Procedures, Policy Analysis & Public Governance
🏛️ A career civil servant with expertise in legislative coordination, educational policy, and sustainable resource management, known for his efficient handling of multi-divisional responsibilities within the Ministry of AYUSH