As Bihar's Chief Electoral Officer, IAS Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal takes over

Because of his varied administrative background and track record, the Election Commission has chosen IAS Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal as the state's new Chief Electoral Officer in advance of Bihar's important 2025 Assembly elections, entrusting him with managing the whole electoral process.The Election Commission has named IAS official Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal, a 2007-batch officer of the Bihar cadre, as the new Chief Electoral official (CEO) of Bihar in anticipation of the October–November 2025 Bihar Assembly elections. Gunjiyal, who has a good track record in governance, is well-known for his administrative prowess and broad departmental expertise.Why in the News? The Election Commission of India has appointed IAS Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal as the new Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Bihar ahead of the 2025 Assembly elections, replacing H R Srinivas.

About the Appointment New CEO of Bihar: IAS Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal Appointed by: Election Commission of India Replaces: H R Srinivas, a 1996-batch IAS officer Objective: To ensure free, fair, and efficient elections in Bihar in October-November 2025Background of Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal Batch & Cadre: 2007-batch IAS officer, Bihar cadre Educational Qualification: Graduate in Mechanical Engineering Promoted to the Super Time Scale in Bihar administration Key Roles Previously Held Secretary: Prohibition, Excise & Registration Department Focused on enhancing regulatory efficiency and administrative discipline Director: Animal Husbandry Department and Fisheries Directorate Contributed to livestock and fisheries development Focus on sectoral growth and rural livelihood enhancement