IAS Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal Assumes Charge as the Chief Electoral Officer of Bihar
In preparation for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections in October-November 2025, the Election Commission has appointed IAS officer Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal, a 2007-batch officer of the Bihar cadre, as the new Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Bihar. Known for his administrative acumen and diverse departmental experience, Gunjiyal brings with him a strong governance track
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.
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | IAS Vinod Kumar Gunjiyal Assumes Charge as the Chief Electoral Officer of Bihar |
| Position | Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Bihar |
| Appointed By | Election Commission of India |
| Previous CEO | H R Srinivas |
| IAS Batch & Cadre | 2007 batch, Bihar cadre |
| Key Departments | Served Prohibition, Excise & Registration, Animal Husbandry, Fisheries |
| Elections Scheduled | Bihar Assembly Elections – Oct–Nov 2025 |
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