Gaurav Gupta Frontrunner for Karnataka Chief Secretary Position

Gaurav Gupta, 1990-batch IAS officer, is the probable pick for Karnataka Chief Secretary, say informed sources.

Jun 2, 2026 - 11:42
Jun 2, 2026 - 11:44
Gaurav Gupta Frontrunner for Karnataka Chief Secretary Position

Well-placed sources within Karnataka's administrative circles suggest that Gaurav Gupta is the leading candidate to be appointed the next Chief Secretary of the state. A 1990-batch IAS officer with a strong administrative track record, Gupta's probable elevation comes at a pivotal moment as the state government undergoes a significant leadership transition. His appointment, if confirmed, would mark a generational shift in the state's top bureaucratic office.