Dr. Hasanuddin Ahmad, I.A.S.

In course of his long career in the IAS, he served in various prominent positions including Deputy Secretary, Government of India, in charge of minority affairs and Awqaf. In his latter capacity, he developed deep insights into working and administration of Awaf properties in India. He was instrumental in the evolution of a scheme that was later adopted by the government of India for the development of Urban Awqaf properties.

Dr. Hasanuddin Ahmad, besides being an administrator, is also a prolific writer with varied interests which range from language and literature to religious studies and nature cure. He has written many books on these subjects, which have earned wide acclaim.

After retirement from Administrative Service, Dr. Hasanuddin Ahmad served as Chairman, Andhra Pradesh Minorities Commission, Member Central Waqf Council, and Chairman, Andhra Pradesh Waqf Board. He lives in Hyderabad, India and is engaged in social and cultural activities including intellectual and literary pursuits.