Smt. D. Thara is an accomplished Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer from the 1995 Gujarat cadre, currently serving as the Chairperson & Managing Director (CMD) of the Company since November 2019. This leadership role is complemented by her responsibilities as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA. Her distinguished career is characterized by a wide array of prominent governmental positions, underscoring her versatility and significant impact on both urban development and industrial growth.

Smt. Thara’s extensive experience showcases her strong leadership capabilities across various administrative echelons. Notably, she previously held the critical position of Managing Director of the Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC), a pivotal organization for industrial advancement within the state. Her deep understanding of regional dynamics is further evidenced by her diverse administrative roles across several significant cities in Gujarat, including her tenures as Collector and Development Officer.

Her contributions to urban governance are particularly noteworthy. As Deputy Municipal Commissioner in the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Smt. Thara was instrumental in the successful execution of numerous projects under the Jawaharlal Nehru Urban Renewal Mission (JnNURM). Furthermore, she was a key driving force behind Ahmedabad’s pioneering Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS), a transformative urban infrastructure project. A historic highlight of her career was her appointment as the Ahmedabad Municipal Commissioner in October 2014, making her the first woman to hold this prestigious civil chief position in the city’s history. The career path exemplifies trailblazing leadership and an enduring legacy in public service, making her an invaluable asset to our Board.