IAS

Ashok Khemka

IASBatch 1991Rank #Not Public

About

Ashok Khemka is a 1991 batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Haryana cadre, renowned for his unwavering stand against corruption and his extraordinary record of frequent transfers. Over his 34-year career, he was transferred 57 times, often after exposing irregularities in various departments. He gained national prominence in 2012 for cancelling the mutation of a land deal involving Robert Vadra and DLF, citing it as a 'sham' facilitated by political influence. Despite facing numerous challenges, including multiple charge sheets and postings to low-profile departments, Khemka remained steadfast in his commitment to integrity and transparency in governance.

Quick Details

ServiceIAS
Batch1991

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Marks & Academics

Graduation College NameIndian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur
Graduation DegreeB.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering
Post Graduation College NameTata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)
Post Graduation DegreePh.D. in Computer Science

Other Information

HometownKolkata
Home StateWest Bengal
CadreHaryana
AchievementsCancelled the mutation of a land deal involving Robert Vadra and DLF in 2012; Awarded the SR Jindal Prize in 2011 for 'Crusade against Corruption'; Introduced reforms in land record digitization and e-governance in Haryana.
StrugglesFaced 57 transfers over 34 years, often after exposing corruption; Subjected to multiple charge sheets and postings to low-profile departments; Despite challenges, remained committed to integrity and transparency.
Work ExperienceHeld various positions in departments such as Land Records, Transport, Social Justice, and Agriculture in Haryana; Served as Additional Chief Secretary in the Transport Department before retiring in April 2025.