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Expert in Infrastructure Development, Technology Policy & Public-Private Partnerships

Former Secretary to the Government of India, Ministry of IT & Civil Aviation

Educational Qualifications

• MBA, Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi
• B.A. in Economics, Loyola College, University of Madras

Professional Profile

Mr. M. Madhavan Nambiar is a senior public policy leader with over 36 years of experience in infrastructure development, innovation policy, and government-industry collaboration. As an officer of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), he held key leadership roles across major infrastructure and technology sectors.

Key Government Roles

Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation – Led the redevelopment of Delhi and Mumbai airports, pioneering India’s largest public-private infrastructure projects.

Department of Information Technology – Architect of India’s first Semiconductor Policy, Electronics Manufacturing Policy, promoted IT and biotech parks and India’s first PPP toll road.

Private Sector & Governance

Post-retirement, Mr. Nambiar has advised leading enterprises in technology, finance, healthcare, and aviation, focusing on governance, innovation, and regulatory strategy.

Academic & Advisory Roles

• Faculty, School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), Columbia University
• Fellow, Judge Business School, University of Cambridge
• Advisory Board Member, Stevens Institute of Technology, New Jersey

Mr. M MadhavanNambiar remains a respected voice in shaping policy for emerging technologies, innovation ecosystems, and sustainable infrastructure development, both in India and globally.