Planning and Development Secretary of Pakistan
| Planning and Development Secretary of Pakistan | |
|---|---|
| معتمدِ منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پاکستان | |
| Reports to | Minister for Planning and Development | 
| Appointer | Prime Minister of Pakistan | 
| Website | Ministry of Planning and Development | 
The Planning and Development Secretary of Pakistan (Urdu: معتمدِ منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پاکستان), also referred to as Secretary P&D, is the Federal Secretary for the Ministry of Planning and Development. The Secretary P&D plays a key role in the country's economic planning and development activity, making it a highly coveted position in the federal government. The position holder is a BPS-22 grade officer, usually belonging to the Pakistan Administrative Service. The Secretary is also a part of the Planning Commission.