A Historic First: Hari Chandana Takes Charge as Hyderabad CollectorHyderabad, the vibrant capital of Telangana, is currently witnessing a significant moment in its administrative history. On June 13, 2025, Hari Chandana, a dynamic Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 2010 batch from the Telangana cadre, assumed charge as the District Collector of Hyderabad.1 This is not merely a routine appointment; it is a landmark event that resonates deeply with the spirit of inclusive governance championed by the current Congress government under Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy.Hari Chandana’s elevation to this crucial role is particularly momentous as she is widely recognized as the first Dalit woman to ever serve as the Collector of Hyderabad.
