CEC Gyanesh Kumar (File photo)CEC Gyanesh Kumar (File photo)CEC Gyanesh Kumar (File photo)12 NEW DELHI: Chief election commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar will on Dec 3 take up chairship of International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IIDEA) for the year 2026 in Stockholm, reflecting a “global recognition of Election Commission’s standing as one of the world’s most credible and innovative election management bodies (EMBs),” according to EC.IIDEA is an intergovernmental organisation created in Feb 1995, with India as a founding member, to support sustainable democracy worldwide. It has, over the past three decades, evolved into a key global convenor for EMBs, constitutional experts, political institutions and democratic practitioners. It currently comprises 35 member countries, with the US and Japan acting as observer states. Electoral processes and electoral research are among its focus areas. IIDEA through its council of member states annually elects a chair and two vice-chairs. Its present chairship is held by Switzerland and will now pass on to India.As chair, Kumar will be presiding over all council meetings through 2026. EC in a statement Wednesday said the CEC “will leverage the country’s unmatched experience of conducting the world’s largest elections to shape IIDEA’s global agenda”.Ironically, the international appreciation and IIDEA leadership for the CEC comes against the backdrop of constant attacks faced by him and the poll body from the opposition parties here, on electoral roll health and special intensive revision exercise.”The collaboration (between EC, IIDEA) will strengthen knowledge-sharing, reinforce professional networks among EMBs,… and support evidence-based global electoral reforms.” EC added.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos“Being Examined”: MEA On Dhaka’S Request To Extradite Sheikh Hasina”There Was No Fear on His Face”: Survivor Recounts Trauma of Mumbai 26/11 AttacksPakistan On Edge As Imran Khan’s Sisters Assaulted At Jail And Social Media Fuels Death Speculation’Spur Of The Moment’: Former CJI Gavai Reacts To Shoe-Attack Attempt, Reveals Why He Took No Action’No Amount of Denial’ Will Change Arunachal’s Status: India’s BOLD Response To China Over Border Row’No Moral Standing’: India Slams Pakistan’s Rant On Ayodhya Event, Calls Out Bigotry And RepressionKhawaja Asif Admits Pakistan Can’t Trust Taliban As Deadly Border Strikes Trigger New FlashpointFormer CJI B.R. Gavai Clarifies He Never Faced Political Or Executive Pressure During His Tenure“India Matters To Safran,” Ceo Oliver Andriès Highlights Partnership At New Mro Facility LaunchKorean Lawmaker Highlights Ancient Ties, Calling Ayodhya A Symbolic Bridge Between Two Nations123Photostories5 rare animals in India that are nature’s best-kept secretsTop doctor shares 4 reasons to prioritize fiber for longevitySonam Kapoor to Janhvi Kapoor: Celeb-inspired contrasting lehenga-choli combinations for the stylish ‘Dulhe Ki Behen’Mahesh Babu proves effortless charm as a timeless superstar commanding hearts on screen and ruling box office successThis Indian rice dish is among the 50 Best Rice Dishes in the worldBollywood actors who turned Hollywood roles into global stardomDipika Kakar gets emotional after visiting Ajmer Sharif Dargah with Shoaib Ibrahim and son; says ‘Jab Ruhaan NICU mein tha tab maine mannat maangi thi’Harvard trained Gastroenterologist lists 6 best seeds for different health problemsThanksgiving 2025: 10 décor ideas you won’t cost you anything5 kings with the longest reigns in history, and how they are shining examples of a lasting legacy123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayNew Labour CodeCyclone SenyarGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingGianis AntetokounmpoAyesha CurryJosh Jacobs InjuryOmarion Hampton InjuryStefon DiggsNHL Trade RumorsCharlie McAvoyIShowSpeedSteveWillDoIt ControversyCandace Owens
NEW DELHI: Chief election commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar will on Dec 3 take up chairship of International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IIDEA) for the year 2026 in Stockholm, reflecting a “global recognition of Election Commission’s standing as one of the world’s most credible and innovative election management bodies (EMBs),” according to EC.IIDEA is an intergovernmental organisation created in Feb 1995, with India as a founding member, to support sustainable democracy worldwide. It has, over the past three decades, evolved into a key global convenor for EMBs, constitutional experts, political institutions and democratic practitioners. It currently comprises 35 member countries, with the US and Japan acting as observer states. Electoral processes and electoral research are among its focus areas. IIDEA through its council of member states annually elects a chair and two vice-chairs. Its present chairship is held by Switzerland and will now pass on to India.As chair, Kumar will be presiding over all council meetings through 2026. EC in a statement Wednesday said the CEC “will leverage the country’s unmatched experience of conducting the world’s largest elections to shape IIDEA’s global agenda”.Ironically, the international appreciation and IIDEA leadership for the CEC comes against the backdrop of constant attacks faced by him and the poll body from the opposition parties here, on electoral roll health and special intensive revision exercise.“The collaboration (between EC, IIDEA) will strengthen knowledge-sharing, reinforce professional networks among EMBs,… and support evidence-based global electoral reforms.” EC added.
