Dr. E. V. Ramana Reddy, IAS (Retired), is one of Karnataka’s most distinguished senior bureaucrats, currently serving as the Chairman of the Karnataka Skill Development Authority (KSDA) within the Government of Karnataka. With an impressive career spanning over three decades, Dr. Reddy has demonstrated exemplary leadership across a multitude of sectors, including Agriculture, Revenue Administration, Commerce & Industries, Rural Development, Education, Health, IT & Biotechnology, Space Applications, and Housing.
Throughout his career, Dr. Reddy has consistently exhibited a visionary approach, leading transformative initiatives across the state. His tenure as the first Director of the Department of IT & BT is particularly noteworthy, where he orchestrated Asia’s largest trade shows, BangaloreIT.com and BangaloreBio, for three consecutive years, from 2000 to 2003. This significantly bolstered Karnataka’s reputation as a global technology hub.
Dr. Reddy’s pioneering work in the Agriculture Department led to the formulation of the Karnataka State Organic Farming Policy, the first of its kind in India. His contributions continue as he actively drives innovation in his role as the Additional Chief Secretary for Electronics, IT, BT, and S&T, where he promotes the state’s technology ecosystem through strategic programs like Elevate, which provides seed funding to promising startups. Under his guidance, the Bengaluru Tech Summit, the state’s flagship annual event, has gained international acclaim as a premier platform for technology and innovation.
In addition to these significant contributions, Dr. Reddy plays a pivotal role in shaping the policy landscape of Karnataka as the Additional Chief Secretary to the Hon’ble Chief Minister. His efforts in mobilizing startups, academia, and corporates have been instrumental in fostering a vibrant innovation ecosystem in the state.
Dr. Reddy holds a Ph.D. in Agronomy from Andhra Pradesh Agricultural University, Hyderabad, further exemplifying his commitment to both academic and professional excellence. His profound impact on Karnataka’s growth and development across sectors is a testament to his visionary leadership and unwavering dedication.
