Ms. (Er.) Kahuli Sema

Er. Kahuli Sema is a distinguished civil engineer, former senior government officer, and public figure from Nagaland whose professional career spans more than three decades of service in the state's Public Works Department.

A graduate in Civil Engineering from Vikram University, Ujjain, in 1987, Er. Kahuli entered government service in 1989. Her career in the Nagaland Public Works Department progressed through various technical and administrative responsibilities, culminating in her appointment as Engineer-in-Chief (HOD) of the Nagaland Public Works Department (NPWD). During her tenure in NPWD, she was associated with the planning, supervision and execution of public infrastructure and road-related works. Her responsibilities included technical oversight and coordination within one of the state's most important infrastructure departments. She also served as Chairman of the Nagaland Chapter of the Indian Buildings Congress (IBC) and participated in professional discussions concerning sustainable, affordable, environmentally responsible and technology-driven construction.

Er. Sema holds the distinction of being described as the first woman Engineer-in-Chief among the Sumi community and the second woman Engineer-in-Chief among the Nagas.

Beyond her official responsibilities, Er. Sema is actively involved in professional and community organisations.