Shri T. Balaraman, the first person from our community to be selected into the prestigious Indian Administrative Service (IAS), was the son of Late Kattoor Rama Pisharody, former Municipal Commissioner of Thrissur, and Padinjare Thonnangamathu Late Ammini Pisharassiar.
After completing his B.Sc. in Physics, he was selected to the IAS in the 1963 batch. Throughout his distinguished career, he held several key administrative positions across various states, including Maharashtra, and served in different capacities in the Central Secretariat.
He underwent advanced training in Public Administration in the United Kingdom, enhancing his capabilities in governance and policy-making. He also served as the Managing Director of the National Seed Corporation in New Delhi, contributing significantly to the agricultural sector.
Shri T. Balaraman retired as the Principal Secretary to the Government of Maharashtra, concluding a career marked by dedication, integrity, and exemplary public service.
