Quick Info
| Profession | Civil Servant |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/03/1956 |
| Age | 70 years |
| Birthplace | Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Amitabh Kant
Larsen & Toubro appointed Amitabh Kant as a non-executive independent director for a five-year term starting 29 October 2025. The move further increased his presence on the boards of major Indian companies.
HCL Technologies appointed Amitabh Kant as a non-executive independent director for a five-year term beginning 8 September 2025. The appointment expanded his board-level roles after leaving government service.
IndiGo appointed Amitabh Kant as a director on its board, with the appointment linked to security clearance and shareholder approval. The role added corporate governance responsibilities to his post-retirement portfolio.
Fairfax Financial Holdings appointed Amitabh Kant as a Senior Advisor in India. The move followed his retirement from public service and shifted him into a strategic advisory role in the private sector.
Amitabh Kant resigned as India’s G20 Sherpa after completing his tenure through the end of the country’s G20 Presidency. His departure marked the close of a 45-year government career that also included leading NITI Aayog.
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Bio/Wiki
| Amitabh Kant is a retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 1980 Kerala cadre. | |
| He served as the CEO of NITI Aayog from February 2016 to June 2025. | |
| He was India's G20 Sherpa from July 2022 to June 2025, leading India's G20 Presidency in 2023. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 65 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Economics (Hons) | St. Stephen's College, Delhi |
|---|---|
| M.A | Jawaharlal Nehru University |
| Harvard University | John F. Kennedy School of Government |
| Chevening Scholar | Yes |
Personal Life
| Age (as of 2022) | 66 Years |
|---|---|
| School | Modern School, Delhi |
| College/University | St. Stephen's College, Delhi University, Jawaharlal Nehru University |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
|---|---|
| Wife/Spouse | Ranjeeta Kant |
| Children | Vedika Kant (risk analyst), Vanshica Kant |
Family
| Father | Rajni Kant |
|---|---|
| Mother | Sita Kant |
| Siblings | Ravi Kant |
| Spouse | Ranjeeta Kant |
| Children | Vedika Kant (risk analyst), Vanshica Kant |
Career
| Civil Service | Indian Administrative Service (IAS) |
|---|---|
| Batch | 1980 |
| Cadre | Kerala |
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Favourites
| Politician(s) | |
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| Leader | Mahatma Gandhi |
| Singer(s) | |
| Game | Chess |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Amitabh Kant is known as one of the prominent civil servants in India. | |
| 2. He has served in various capacities for the Government of Kerala and the Government of India. | |
| 3. His IAS career began as a Sub Collector of Thalassery in Kerala. | |
| 4. A key driver of initiatives like ‘Make in India,’ ‘Startup India,’ and ‘Incredible India’ initiatives. | |
| 5. Mr. Kant played a crucial role in developing Kerala as a top tourism destination in India. | |
| 6. He conceptualized and executed the “Atithi Devo Bhavah” campaign for tourism development. | |
| 7. As the National Project Director of the Rural Tourism Project of UNDP, he focused on spreading tourism to Indian villages. | |
| 8. During his tenure as the Secretary of DIPP in the Government of India, he monitored industrial growth and formulated policies for industrial development. | |
| 9. He served as the CEO of the DMICDC, contributing to India’s economic growth through manufacturing. | |
| 10. Amitabh Kant is part of the Steering Board of the World Economic Forum. | |
| 11. He authored the book "Branding India – An Incredible Story.” | |
| 12. Amitabh Kant has a talent for chess and shares a connection with India's chess icon, Viswanathan Anand. | |
| 13. On February 17, 2016, he was appointed the CEO of NITI Aayog. | |
| 14. His term as CEO of NITI Aayog was extended until June 30, 109. | |
| 15. Amitabh Kant's smoking habits are not known. | |
| 16. He does consume alcohol. | |
| 17. He was appointed India's G20 Sherpa in July 2022. | |
| 18. He led India's G20 Presidency in 2023, which included the unanimous adoption of the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration and the inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the G20. | |
| 19. He joined Fairfax Financial Holdings as Senior Advisor in June 2025. | |
| 20. He was appointed to the board of IndiGo in July 2025. | |
| 21. He joined HCL Technologies as Independent Director in September 2025. | |
| 22. He was appointed as Independent Director on Larsen & Toubro board. |
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