Priya Ravichandran takes over as Collector of Ranipet

Priya Ravichandran | Photo credit: Special arrangement

Priya Ravichandran assumed office as Collector of Ranipet district on Monday.

Ms. Ravichandran was the first officer recruited into the Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Service and the first from the department to be inducted into the IAS. She served as Sub-Collector in Virudhunagar district and was then Joint Director General of the Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board.

The officer is also a recipient of the President’s Award for Gallantry, the President’s Police Medal for Meritorious Service and the Anna Medal for Gallantry.

Published – 1 Jun 2026 23:13 IST