Arun Goel has recently made headlines due to his appointment as the Election Commissioner of India on November 19, 2022. He assumed office on November 21, 2022, taking on a crucial role in overseeing the world's largest democratic exercise. With nearly a billion people expected to cast their votes in multiple phases, the upcoming general election in India is a significant event that will shape the country's political landscape.
Born on December 7, 1962, Arun Goel is a retired 1985-batch Indian Administrative Service officer from the Punjab cadre. His extensive experience in public service and governance has prepared him for the responsibilities of ensuring free and fair elections in India. As Election Commissioner, Goel will play a key role in upholding the democratic principles of the nation and overseeing the electoral process to safeguard the rights of voters and maintain the integrity of the electoral system.