Gyanesh Kumar has been appointed as the 26th Chief Election Commissioner of India

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Gyanesh Kumar has been appointed as the 26th Chief Election Commissioner of India by the President of India. Kumar, a 1988-batch retired IAS officer from the Kerala cadre, assumed office on February 19, 2025, succeeding Rajiv Kumar. As Chief Election Commissioner, Kumar will head the Election Commission of India, responsible for conducting free and fair elections in the country. This appointment is crucial, as Kumar will oversee upcoming elections and play a vital role in shaping India's democratic process.