New Delhi, October 12 (APAC Media): IAS Mohammed Y Safirulla K, a 2010-batch officer of the Kerala cadre, has been appointed Joint Secretary in the Department of Health and Family Welfare under the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. His appointment will be for a combined tenure of five years, extending until August 27, 2030.
Previous Assignments
Before his latest appointment, Safirulla served as Director of the India AI Mission under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), New Delhi, from August 12, 2025. His experience in the central government and various administrative roles brings diverse expertise to his new assignment in the health sector.
Throughout his career, he has held several important positions, including District Collector and Magistrate, Managing Director, and Special Secretary to the Government. These roles have provided him with experience in district administration, policy implementation, and government operations.
Academic Background and Awards
Safirulla has a strong academic background, holding a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree from PSG College of Technology, an MBA in Finance, and a postgraduate qualification in public policy and management (PPM) from Carnegie Mellon University, Pennsylvania.
His administrative contributions have also earned him several recognitions. These include the State Award for Best District Collector for 2017–18 and the P. Keshavadev Special Award in 2019.
His appointment marks a transition from technology-focused governance, including his work with the India AI Mission, to a key role in the Union government’s health administration.
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