Former secretary to Govt of India, Vice Chancellor of Cultural University, Chairman of Central Warehousing Corporation and India’s representative to United Nations habitat wing.
                He was chairman of expert committee appointed by Supreme Court for evaluation of the Treasure of Sree Padmanabha Temple, Award Winning author of several books including three best sellers, brilliant orator, recipient of UN and National Awards including Jawaharlal Nehru fellowship for outstanding contribution in various areas, recipient of world habitat award and Rajiv Gandhi National Award for excellence in Management.