Gyanesh Kumar Appointed as New Chief Election Commissioner

Gyanesh Kumar’s name was proposed by a committee headed by PM Narendra Modi, home minister Amit Shah, and leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi.

Who Is Gyanesh Kumar?

Gyanesh Kumar, born in Kerala, is a decorated Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer from the 1988 batch. His career has been marked by significant roles in various government ministries.

Kumar’s recent stint includes serving as Secretary at the Ministry of Cooperation, an office he held until his retirement in January 2024. Before that, he was a key figure in the Home Ministry under Amit Shah. Kumar’s responsibilities ranged from being joint secretary to additional secretary, a post he held until April 2021. As additional secretary, he played a pivotal role in managing the Jammu and Kashmir region following the repeal of Article 370 in August 2019.

Kumar’s contributions to the Home Ministry earned him recognition and trust from BJP leadership. He regularly accompanied Amit Shah during crucial parliamentary sessions, including the passage of legislation to revoke Article 370.

Kumar’s election to the Council of Election Commissioners in March 2023 was another milestone in his career. His expertise and experience make him well-suited for his new role as Chief Election Commissioner.

Educationally, Kumar holds a B.Tech degree in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute of Engineering in Kanpur. He further enriched his professional skills by pursuing a certification in Business Finance from the Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India.

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