Former AP transport chief and IPS officer N. Balasubramanyam passes away in US

Former IPS officer and former APSRTC Vice-Chairman and Managing Director N. Balasubramanyam died late on Thursday, October 29, 2026, while undergoing treatment in the United States. He was a 1994-batch IPS officer of the Andhra Pradesh cadre and was widely known as a straightforward, no-nonsense officer.

Career and Roles

During his long career, Mr. Balasubramanyam served as the Superintendent of Police for Nalgonda and Mahbubnagar districts, which are now part of Telangana. He also worked as Inspector-General of Intelligence, Transport Commissioner, and Director-General of Police for Organisation in Andhra Pradesh. Later, he served as the chief executive officer of e-Pragati and the Real Time Governance Society, before taking charge as the Vice-Chairman and Managing Director of the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation in early 2026.

Tributes Paid

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu condoled his death on X, recalling him as an officer of uncompromising integrity who championed reform, innovation, and the use of technology. APSRTC Chairman Konakalla Narayana Rao stated that his passing is a great loss to the organisation, noting his contributions to strengthening administration, improving passenger services, and promoting employee welfare. Education and IT Minister Nara Lokesh also expressed shock, paying tribute to his dedication and discipline.

Context

Senior administrative and police officers in India often transition into public sector corporations and governance bodies like transport boards and technology societies upon reaching senior ranks. Such roles draw heavily on their administrative experience in handling large workforces, public services, and institutional reform.