February 19th 2025.
On Wednesday, Gyanesh Kumar stepped into his new role as the 26th Chief Election Commissioner of India, while Vivek Joshi also began his duties as an Election Commissioner. Kumar, who has been serving as an Election Commissioner since March 2024, was recently promoted to the position of CEC on Monday. He has taken over from Rajiv Kumar, who retired from his post on Tuesday.
Joining Kumar and Joshi on the poll panel is Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, who will also serve as an election commissioner. Joshi, a former IAS officer from the Haryana cadre, was appointed as an Election Commissioner on Monday.
In a message addressed to the voters, Kumar emphasized the importance of voting in nation building. He urged every citizen of India who is 18 years of age or older to register as an elector and to always exercise their right to vote. Kumar also assured the public that the Election Commission will always be there to support and serve the voters.
With the new team in place, the Election Commission is ready to continue its mission of conducting free and fair elections in the country. As the highest authority responsible for overseeing the electoral process, the EC plays a crucial role in upholding the democratic values of India. With Gyanesh Kumar at the helm, we can expect a strong and dedicated leadership focused on serving the people and ensuring the smooth functioning of our democracy.
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