Divya S. Iyer

Divya Sesha Iyer (born 16 October 1984) is an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, medical doctor, author, editor, and public speaker serving in the state of Kerala. As of June 2026, she serves as the Principal Director of the Local Self Government Department. Previously, she held various administrative roles, including Managing Director of Vizhinjam International Seaport Thiruvananthapuram, Director of the Kerala Solid Waste Management Project, District Collector of Pathanamthitta, and Mission Director of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme in Kerala. In addition to her administrative career, Iyer is an author and editor whose published works address governance, mythology, gender issues, and civil service preparation. She has also participated in literary and cultural forums and contributes to public discussions on leadership, governance, and social development.