Meet India's Richest IAS Officer Amit Kataria Who Once Earned Re 1 As Salary
Amit Kataria's Early Life and Education
Amit Kataria was born on 12th August 1975 in Hansi, Hisar district of Haryana. He belongs to a humble agricultural family. His father was a farmer and his mother a housewife. Amit Kataria completed his schooling from the local government school in Hansi.
After completing his schooling, Amit Kataria enrolled himself in Government College, Hisar for his graduation. He completed his graduation in Arts in 1995, securing a first division. After completing his graduation, Amit Kataria prepared for the UPSC Civil Services Examination.
Amit Kataria's Civil Services Career
Amit Kataria cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 1999, securing the 32nd rank. He was allotted the Indian Administrative Service (IAS). Amit Kataria's first posting was as the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Narnaul in Haryana.
During his tenure as SDM, Amit Kataria launched several innovative programs for the welfare of the people. He also cracked down on corruption and crime in the area. Amit Kataria's work as SDM was widely appreciated by the people and the government.
Amit Kataria's Rise to Fame
In 2013, Amit Kataria was appointed as the Deputy Commissioner of Gurgaon. As the Deputy Commissioner, Amit Kataria played a key role in the development of Gurgaon. He also launched several welfare programs for the people of Gurgaon. Amit Kataria's work as Deputy Commissioner was widely appreciated by the people and the government.
In 2016, Amit Kataria was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Haryana Urban Development Authority (HUDA). As the CEO of HUDA, Amit Kataria oversaw the development of several urban infrastructure projects in Haryana. He also launched several welfare programs for the people living in the urban areas of Haryana.
Amit Kataria's Current Position
Currently, Amit Kataria is serving as the Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Haryana. He is responsible for the overall administration of the state. Amit Kataria is also the Chairman of the Haryana State Disaster Management Authority. He is well known for his efficiency and effectiveness in his job. Moreover, he is always ready to go extra mile to help those in need.
Amit Kataria's Awards and Recognition
- Awarded the Prime Minister's Award for Excellence in Public Administration in 2017.
- Conferred with the Chief Minister's Award for Excellence in Public Service in 2018.
- Recognized as one of the "Top 100 Most Influential People in Haryana" by The Week magazine in 2019.
In addition to these awards, Amit Kataria has also been felicitated by several other organizations for his work in public service.
Conclusion
Amit Kataria is an inspiration to many. He has shown that anything is possible if one has the determination to succeed. Amit Kataria's story is a reminder that even the smallest of beginnings can lead to great success.
