Gyanesh Kumar takes charge as new Chief Election Commissioner

By our Special Correspondent

Gyanesh Kumar officially assumed charge as India’s new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) on Wednesday, succeeding Rajiv Kumar. His four-year tenure will oversee crucial elections, including multiple state polls and the upcoming presidential election.

                   Congress leader Rahul Gandhi strongly opposed Kumar’s appointment, accusing the Narendra Modi-led government of undermining the Election Commission’s independence. Gandhi criticised the removal of the Chief Justice of India (CJI) from the selection panel, arguing that it violated a Supreme Court ruling meant to ensure impartiality in the appointment process.