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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

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 2025

Background 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

Role and Responsibilities as CEO

Supervises electoral operations across the state
Ensures elections are conducted in a transparent and impartial manner
Coordinates with the Election Commission of India, local administration, and political stakeholders

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