Draft:Akash Tripathi, IAS

Akash Tripathi (IAS)
Born	(1975-06-22)22 June 1975 Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, India
Education	Shri Govindram Seksaria Institute of Technology and Science, Institute of Management Studies, Devi Ahilya University
Occupation	Indian Administrative Service
Title	MD & CEO of Digital India Corporation (DIC), CEO of India Semiconductor Mission, and CEO of MyGov.in

Akash Tripathi, IAS is an accomplished Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer known for their exemplary service and contributions to public administration in India. Born on June 22, 1975 in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, Akash embarked on a distinguished career in the civil services in 1998, demonstrating unwavering dedication to upholding the principles of good governance and serving the nation.

Early Life and Education

His passion for public service inspired him to pursue higher education in engineering, specializing in Electronics and Telecommunication, at the Shri Govindram Seksaria Institute of Technology and Science in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, where he graduated with distinction, achieving an 81% overall score. During his studies, he developed strong leadership and management skills. In 1998, he excelled in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), securing the 10th position with a remarkable 99.8 percentile. Has done MBA in Finance from Institute of Management Studies, Devi Ahilya University, Indore.

Career

Upon clearing the rigorous civil services examination, Akash Tripathi joined the prestigious Indian Administrative Service (IAS) as a probationary officer in 1999, beginning his journey in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. He has held numerous key positions across various districts and departments throughout his illustrious career, consistently demonstrating exceptional competence and leadership. As CEO of the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) in Dhar, he initiated the Dhar Vermi Compost project, empowering women Self Help Groups (SHGs) and increasing vermicompost production to 3,000 metric tons, fostering economic empowerment and sustainable organic farming. During his decade-long tenure as District Magistrate (DM) across four districts—Balaghat, Morena, Gwalior, and Indore —he implemented transformative initiatives that significantly enhanced public welfare and infrastructure. In Balaghat, his “Lac Se Lakhpati” program enabled over 3,000 BPL families to generate additional income through Lac bug rearing, and he developed all-weather roads in Naxalite-affected blocks. In Morena, he took decisive action against the mining mafia, effectively curbing illegal mining activities.

In Gwalior, he launched campaigns to combat food adulteration and fraudulent chit-fund companies and established the "Janmitra Samadhan Kendras" providing essential services to hundreds of thousands of residents. In Indore, he transformed the infrastructure of the Khajrana Ganesh Temple, redirecting religious donations to fund social causes like affordable dialysis services, and bolstered urban connectivity through the Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS) and Atal Indore City Transport Service Limited (AICTSL), promoting both interstate and intercity transport.

Akash Tripathi is serving as the CEO of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), CEO of MyGov.in, and Managing Director and CEO of the Digital India Corporation (DIC) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, where he continues to drive transformative initiatives in India’s digital landscape.

Contributions and Achievements

Akash Tripathi has left an indelible mark in every assignment he undertook, implementing innovative initiatives to foster socio-economic development and ensure effective governance. His tenure as Health Commissioner of the state during the COVID-19 second wave witnessed significant improvements in handling a pandemic situation.

Recognition and Awards

Akash Tripathi has received multiple awards and accolades, including the Times of India Social Impact Award, the National e-Governance Award, and the CM Excellence Award. He has also been honored for Best Electoral Practices by the Election Commission of India and received the President’s Award for the Rehabilitation and Welfare of Persons with Disabilities. Additionally, he was awarded the Power Ministry's Saubhagya Award, recognizing his efforts in achieving 100% household electrification, with a grant of 100 crores rupees for the west DISCOM. Akash Tripathi Tripathi has received the Dainik Bhaskar India Pride Award and has been recognized with the State e-Governance Excellence Award five times, among many other accolades. Notably, he holds a World Record for Male Sterilization (NSV) , performing 5,052 procedures in a single camp at Balaghat during the 2005-06 period.

Philanthropy and Social Initiatives

Apart from their official duties, Akash Tripathi is actively involved in various philanthropic and social initiatives aimed at uplifting underprivileged sections of society and promoting education, healthcare, and environmental conservation.

Personal Life

Outside of his professional commitments, Akash Tripathi has a passion for reading, focusing on personal growth and learning. He also plays lawn tennis to maintain his fitness, enabling him to serve the nation effectively. Akash is married and has two children, a son and a daughter. He is recognized for his humility, integrity, and commitment to public service.

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