Veteran civil servant Syed Munir Hoda passes away at 76
Syed Munir Hoda, a senior Indian bureaucrat, died at 76. Over a 35‑year career he served in multiple senior roles, including as Member‑Secretary of the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority and as the state’s Transport, Health and Home Secretary. He was known for modernising transport policies and strengthening health services during his tenure. Colleagues noted his contributions to urban planning and public administration.