Narendra Bhooshan Appointed Secretary, Department of Land Resources

On 6th of April, 2026 Senior IAS officer Narendra Bhooshan has assumed the charge as the Secretary of the Department of Land Resources. This department functions under the Ministry of Rural Development. He is the 1992-batch officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre and brings over the three decades of administrative experience across critical sectors.

About the Department of Land Resources

The Department of Land Resources (DoLR) plays the crucial role to managing land related policies and reforms in India.

Its key functions include the,

• Land reforms and digitization of land records
• Implementation of the watershed development program
• To poromoting the sustainable land use practices
• And supporting rural livelihoods via better land management

Career Journey of Narendra Bhooshan

He had the extensive experience at the State Level in India. Before hi appointment he served as,

• Additional Chief Secretary in Energy, Technical Education- Uttar Pradesh

Also the Principal Secretary role in multiple departments including,

• Science & Technology
• Public Works Department (PWD)
• Infrastructure
• Industry
• IT & Electronics

He also served as the CEO of Greater Noida Authority which has contributing to the urban infrastructure development.

Key Roles at the Central Level

He has also held important positions in the Government of India.

• Deputy Director General (Joint Secretary level) at Unique Identification Authority of India
• Mission Director of National Food Security Management
• Joint Secretary in Department of Agriculture & Cooperation
• OSD to the Minister and Joint Secretary at India Trade Promotion Organisation

Strong Field-Level Administrative Experience

Addition to policy roles Bhooshan has significant experience at ground level.

He has served as the District Magistrate in,

• Mathura
• Firozabad
• Udham Singh Nagar

Educational Background

Narendra Bhooshan has a strong academic background.

He holds the Master’s degree in International Development Policy from Duke University.Also the Postgraduate degree in Economics and Graduated in Electronics.

He also undergone the specialized training in Public finance, International negotiations and Climate change preparedness. This diverse academic and professional background enhances his policy-making capabilities.