Dr. Kamal Taori, IAS (Retd.)

Co-Chairman, Advisory Board
Confederation of NGOs of Rural India (CNRI)

Dr. Kamal Taori, IAS (Retd.), is a distinguished former Secretary to the Government of India, renowned for his exemplary contributions to rural development, public administration, Panchayati Raj, and institutional governance. Before joining the Indian Administrative Service, he served with distinction in the Indian Army, reflecting a lifelong commitment to national service. Throughout his illustrious career, he held several key positions, including District Collector, Divisional Commissioner, Secretary to the Government of India, Director General of CAPART, and Secretary of the North Eastern Council, where he spearheaded transformative initiatives for inclusive and sustainable development. (Press Information Bureau)

An accomplished author, thinker, and institution builder, Dr. Taori has written over 40 books on governance, rural entrepreneurship, leadership, and self-reliance. Even after retirement, he continues to mentor youth, strengthen grassroots institutions, and advocate for decentralized development, village entrepreneurship, and Gandhian principles of self-sufficiency. His unwavering dedication to nation-building has earned him widespread respect across government, academia, and civil society. (SRT Lit Fest)

As Co-Chairman of the Advisory Board of CNRI, Dr. Taori provides strategic guidance to the Confederation in advancing rural transformation, empowering voluntary organizations, strengthening grassroots governance, and fostering collaborative partnerships that contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. His vast administrative experience, visionary leadership, and deep understanding of India’s rural ecosystem make him an invaluable pillar of CNRI’s mission.