Quick Info
| Profession | Civil Servant |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/03/1956 |
| Age | 70 years |
| Birthplace | Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India |
Latest News about Amitabh Kant
10/10/2025
Kant was appointed as an Independent Director on the board of Larsen & Toubro, adding to his growing list of corporate advisory roles after his tenure as G20 Sherpa.
01/09/2025
He joined HCL Technologies as an Independent Director in September 2025, further expanding his portfolio in the technology sector following his retirement from government service.
15/07/2025
Kant was appointed to the board of IndiGo Airlines in July 2025, leveraging his extensive experience in industrial policy and economic development to guide the airline's strategic direction.
01/06/2025
Amitabh Kant joined Fairfax Financial Holdings as a Senior Advisor in June 2025, marking his transition into the private sector after retiring from his role as India's G20 Sherpa and CEO of 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 |
Social Media
| https://x.com/amitabhk87 | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/amitabh-kant-3680b01b1 |
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. |