Since entering the Indian Administrative Service in 2010, Hari Chandana has helmed sustainable development across Telangana through administrative excellence, future-ready thinking and compassionate leadership. Her prolific track record spearheading transformative governance has earned wide acclaim.

Sustainability Crusader

As Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation head, Hari Chandana pioneered circular waste management while balancing ecological priorities with economic growth. Hyderabad’s image as one of India’s most livable metros owes greatly to her blueprint aligning environmental outcomes with commercial interests.

Digital Transformation Leader

Hari Chandana leveraged emerging technologies towards transparent governance, solving complex civic problems with scaleable solutions like sensor-enabled dustbins, aerial surveillance drones and SHE e-toilets manifesting smart upgrades. #TechForPublicGood

Rural Change Agent

As district collector for marginalized areas like Narayanpet, Hari Chandana bridged healthcare access shortfalls with telemedicine while supporting farmer livelihoods through market-linked collectives. Her localization of Sustainable Development Goals made rural transformation achievable.

Globally Feted Governance Icon

For her well-rounded contributions spanning sustainability, social upliftment through all-inclusive policies, Hari Chandana garnered international acclaim including British Council’s Social Impact Award. Prestigious recognitions by UN, World Economic Forum and national forums validate her pioneering vision uptaking challenges in governance. #GlobalGoals

At just 35 years of age, Hari Chandana exemplifies the potential of emerging leadersfuse innovative thinking with social accountability to resolve systemic governance roadblocks through contextual solutions upholding public welfare. #GoodGovernance