Priya Ranjan Assigned Additional Charge as Managing Director, NHB

Priya Ranjan, Joint Secretary in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, has been assigned the additional charge of Managing Director, National Horticulture Board, until June 22, 2026. He is a 1998 batch Indian Forest Service officer of the Rajasthan cadre.

Horticulture supports farmer income diversification. NHB promotes technology adoption. An additional charge ensures leadership continuity. Forest service officers manage sustainable agriculture roles.