Vijayanand’s tenure is set to end by this month-end. The State government is likely to get the required extension from the Centre, allowing him to serve in the top bureaucratic position till the end of February 2026. Vijayanand took charge as Chief Secretary in December 2024.

However, the Chief Minister has firmed up the succession plan. G Sai Prasad (IAS: 1991: AP) is likely to step into the Chief Secretary’s role once Vijayanand completes his extended tenure in February 2026. Sai Prasad is currently serving as the Special Chief Secretary of the Water Resources Department and is widely regarded as a steady administrator.

Though Sai Prasad is due to retire on May 31, 2026, officials hint that he is expected to receive an extension to ensure a smooth transition in the State’s administrative machinery.