Who Is Gyanesh Kumar, The New Chief Election Commissioner?

Feb 18, 2025 Sumaya Rathour

Kumar, a Kerala-cadre officer, has a B-Tech in Civil Engineering from IIT Kanpur.

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Gyanesh Kumar appointed as the next Chief Election Commissioner by President Droupadi Murmu.

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He replaces Rajiv Kumar, who retires after reaching the age of 65.

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Kumar's name was finalized by a selection committee, including PM Modi, Amit Shah.

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He served as secretary in the Ministry of Cooperation under Amit Shah's leadership.

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Gyanesh Kumar was previously responsible for the Jammu & Kashmir desk during Article 370's abrogation.

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