- P. V. Ramesh
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Dr. P.V. Ramesh Principal Secretary Youth and Cultural Affairs Andhra Pradesh In office
Aug, 2011 - incumbentPersonal details Born Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh India Residence Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh Alma mater CMC Vellore (M.B.B.S) Occupation Civil Servant (Indian Administrative Service) Website [1] Dr. P.V. Ramesh (also known as P. Venkata Ramesh Babu) (Telugu:డా.పెనుమాక వెంకట రమేష్;1959- ) is an IAS officer from the 1985 batch recruited from Andhra Pradesh.[1] During his career, spanning over 25 years, he worked with the state government of Andhra Pradesh, the central government of India and the United Nations Organization. While working with the United Nations Organization he was responsible for project design, supervision, monitoring, evaluation, fund administration of rural development and poverty alleviation projects funded by IFAD, UNDP, UNODC, UNFPA, in several countries such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Kenya, Maldives, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka and USA.[2] During his stint with UNO, he worked in very high profile positions such as Country Programme Manager IFAD in Sri Lanka, Coordinator and Acting Director of UNOPS Regional Office for Southern and Eastern Africa based at Nairobi, Kenya, and Country Representative for UNFPA in Kabul, Afghanistan to mention a few.[2]
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EDUCATION
- He did M.B.B.S at Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore, popularly known as CMC Vellore.
Career
- Sub Collector and Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Adilabad District (1987–1989).[3] The article "Land to the Tiller and Tiller to the Land – Implementation of Comprehensive Agrarian Reforms in Andhra Pradesh"[4] published out of the study conducted during his stay at Utnoor.
- CEO, Urban Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation, Hyderabad, (2005–2006).[5]
- Secretary to the Government of Andhra Pradesh, Ministry of Medical, Health and Family Welfare (2006–2007).[2][5]
- Country Representative, UNFPA, (2007–2009).[6]
- Commissioner, Department of Industries and Export Promotion, Government of Andhra Pradesh (2009–2010).[7][8]
- Principal Secretary H&FW Government of Andhra Pradesh, (2010–Present).[9][10][11][12]
- Prime architect of 104 Mobile service in Andhra Pradesh a scheme which benefits rural poor.[13]
- Principal secretary of health, Government of Andhra Pradesh (August 2010-August 2011)
- Director, Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS).[14]
- Principal secretary of Youth Affairs and Culture, Government of Andhra Pradesh (August 2011-Present)
- On Aug 1st, 2011 Dr.P.V. Ramesh was transferred to Youth Affairs and Culture Department. Deccan Chronicle paper noted that this was an insignificant assignment for Dr. P.V. Ramesh given his valuable knowledge, vision and experience as a reformer of health sector in Andhra Pradesh and abroad.[15]
Other information
- June 22, 2010 : He was instrumental in bringing a funding of £40 million from the Department for International Development of the UK for Andhra Pradesh State Health Reform Programme which was launched in 2007. It brought about a significant improvement in the health sector, and hence is being considered for replication in other states.[16]
- Sep 23, 2010 : He called for the focus to be back on primary and secondary health care in Andhra Pradesh so that the scheme Aarogyasri which is benefiting corporate hospitals can be set right.[17]
- Nov 15, 2010 : He recommended setting up a commission to study suicide trends in Andhra Pradesh. The idea of a suicide help line is also being considered.[18]
- Nov 17, 2010 : In his keynote address at Healthcon-2010, he urged industry to participate and partner for universally accessible health care in Andhra Pradesh.[19]
- Nov 23, 2010 : He opposed underage marriage in Andhra Pradesh.[20]
- Nov 27, 2010 : Improvement in hospital baby deliveries noted in the state of Andhra Pradesh due to massive increase in health workers. More women opt to deliver at hospitals than at home.[21]
- Dec 2, 2010 : He tried to assure and appease agitating staff of Health Management Research Institute (HMRI). HMRI staff demanded the AP state government to take over 104 services as it is being funded hundred percent by the state government after the satyam debacle.[22]
- Dec 3, 2010 : He commented on the expansion of Hyderabad city hospitals to other parts of India saying that public health institutions are unable to meet the demand and hence, private hospitals have huge opportunities.[23]
References
- ^ http://persmin.nic.in/civillist/AppendixQryCL.asp?fmAppNum=B
- ^ a b c "NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh". 59.163.116.210. http://59.163.116.210/html/formervcs/PVRamesh.htm. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ "::SAKTI A Voluntary Organisation ::". Sakti.in. http://www.sakti.in/land_records_sray3.htm. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ "Samata Vs Govt of A.P. Judgment". Mmpindia.org. http://www.mmpindia.org/samatha%20vs%20AP.htm. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ a b http://www.apufidc.gov.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=59&Itemid=82
- ^ "IRIN Asia | AFGHANISTAN: High birth rate killing mothers, infants - UNFPA expert | Afghanistan | Children | Gender Issues | Health & Nutrition". Irinnews.org. 2008-07-14. http://www.irinnews.org/report.aspx?ReportId=79236. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ "pioTV". pioTV. http://www.piotv.com/video-details.php?navigation_id=38&data_id=427&id=28&p=d. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ "News_Aug09_nimsme.pmd" (PDF). http://www.nimsme.org/pdf/News_Aug09.pdf. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ "Andhra Pradesh / Vijayawada News : Division-wise machinery to deal with fever-related issues: health official". Chennai, India: The Hindu. 2010-09-24. http://www.hindu.com/2010/09/24/stories/2010092459990300.htm. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ September 25th, 2010 DC Correspondent (2010-09-25). "Medical staff pulled up for negligence | Deccan Chronicle | 2010-09-25". Deccan Chronicle. http://www.deccanchronicle.com/vijayawada/medical-staff-pulled-negligence-984. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ "U.S.-India Business Council, Dr. P.V. Ramesh, Dr. Romi Singh, Mr. Greg Kalbaugh, USIBC Life, Business Wire India". Businesswireindia.com. 2010-09-23. http://www.businesswireindia.com/PressRelease.asp?b2mid=24024. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ September 24th, 2010 DC (2010-09-24). "State deputes special team to curb diseases | Deccan Chronicle | 2010-09-24". Deccan Chronicle. http://www.deccanchronicle.com/vijayawada/state-deputes-special-team-curb-diseases-705. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ http://www.manamlagaru.com/columnists.php?col_id=292
- ^ "Andhra Pradesh / Hyderabad News : Ramesh takes charge as director of NIMS". Chennai, India: The Hindu. 2010-09-30. http://hindu.com/2010/09/30/stories/2010093062490400.htm. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
- ^ http://www.deccanchronicle.com/channels/cities/hyderabad/kiran-transfers-20-ias-officers-663
- ^ "Dr. P.V. Ramesh says AP health reform programme is being considered for replication in other states". http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/2010/06/22/stories/2010062252152100.htm.
- ^ "Dr. P.V. Ramesh comments to improve aarogyasri". The Hindu (Chennai, India). 2010-09-23. http://www.hindu.com/2010/09/23/stories/2010092361830400.htm.
- ^ "Dr. P.V. Ramesh considers suicide help-line". http://telugufirst.com/ap-news/editors-choice/1366-suicide-help-line-soon-in-ap.html.
- ^ "Keynote address at Healthcon-2010". http://www.cii.in/PressreleasesDetail.aspx?enc=0qCwbA5VZ2qq5RCYrUpogQ==.
- ^ "Dr. P.V. Ramesh opposes underage marriage". The Hindu (Chennai, India). 2010-09-30. http://hindu.com/2010/09/30/stories/2010093062490400.htm.
- ^ "Dr. P.V. Ramesh comments on improvement in institutional deliveries". http://www.deccanchronicle.com/hyderabad/more-opt-hospital-deliveries-235.
- ^ "Dr. P.V. Ramesh tries to appease HMRI staff". The Times Of India. 2010-12-02. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/104-services-hit-by-HMRI-staff-stir/articleshow/7026099.cms.
- ^ "Dr. P.V. Ramesh comments on city hospital expansion". The Times Of India. 2010-12-03. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/City-hospitals-spreading-wings/articleshow/7014820.cms.
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