Dr Y P Rai has assumed charge as the new Chief Postmaster General, Andhra Pradesh Postal Circle, which covers Andhra Pradesh and Telangana States.
A graduate from Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, Rai completed his Doctorate in Biochemistry from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, according to an official release.
Rai earlier worked as Chief Postmaster General, Chhattisgarh Postal Circle.
He joined Indian Postal Service in 1984. Besides holding various positions in Department of Posts, Rai has also served in the Army and Central Government in different capacities, the release said.