Rahul Bhagat is a distinguished Indian Police Service (IPS) officer who has made history by becoming the first IPS officer to be appointed as the Secretary to the Chief Minister in Chhattisgarh. In this role, he serves as the principal aide to Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai. Mr. Bhagat's career in public service is characterized by a series of high-profile positions that have honed his leadership and administrative skills. Prior to his current appointment, he served as the Inspector General (IG) in the Rajnandgaon Police Range, where he demonstrated his expertise in law enforcement and regional administration. His association with Chief Minister Sai dates back to the latter's tenure as a minister at the Centre, during which Mr. Bhagat served as his Private Secretary. This experience provided him with valuable insights into the workings of central government operations and policy-making processes. Following Mr. Sai's resignation from his central ministerial position, Mr. Bhagat transitioned to the role of Director in the Labour Department. .