Gyanesh Kumar's Journey From Varanasi to Chief Election Commissioner

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar highlights the significance of the voter list purification drive in Bihar, describing it as a milestone for Indian democracy. He reflects on his educational journey and career, emphasizing the values gained at IIT Kanpur. The drive aims for transparency and efficiency in upcoming elections.

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar lauded the voter list revision initiative in Bihar, terming it a 'purification' drive that stands as a milestone in Indian democracy's evolution.

Speaking during IIT-Kanpur's foundation day, Kumar remarked on the historic significance of revising the world's largest voter list, highlighting plans to extend similar efforts to 51 crore voters across 12 states. This nationwide effort will extensively enhance the voting system's integrity.

The initiative, scheduled from November to February, precedes assembly elections in 2026. Gyanesh Kumar, receiving a Distinguished Alumnus award from IIT-K, attributed his career success to the core values developed during his time at the institute.

(With inputs from agencies.)