New Delhi, February 19, 2025: Vivek Joshi has assumed charge as the Election Commissioner of India, following his appointment by the Ministry of Law and Justice. A 1989-batch IAS officer from the Haryana cadre, Joshi has previously served as the Secretary of the Department of Financial Services. His appointment comes at a crucial time as the Election Commission gears up for upcoming state elections and reviews the 2024 general elections.
With his extensive experience in governance, Joshi is expected to strengthen the Election Commission’s functioning. His key responsibilities include overseeing voter registration, ensuring election preparedness, and maintaining the integrity of the electoral process. His appointment fills a key vacancy in the three-member panel, ensuring the smooth conduct of elections.
