Dr.C.K.Gariyali belongs to 1972 batch of I.A.S.With P.G. degree in Social work,she later studied ,in-service, at Sussex University and Queen Elizabeth House, Oxford. During her illustrious service, she held important posts like Collector of Chennai and South Arcot Dist.,Secretary, Social welfare, Principal secretary to Governor, Director of Science city Project etc.Secretary to Chief Minister. Hailing from Kashmir, she is an eminent scholar and has authored popular books like âMy Beautiful journey from Kashmir to Kanyakumariâ, âAmma model of Development in Tamilnaduâ etc.
