Senior IAS officer Shantmanu was sworn in as the State Election Commissioner of Jammu and Kashmir at Lok Bhavan, Srinagar. With extensive administrative and electoral experience, his appointment is expected to strengthen democratic and electoral governance in the Union Territory.
Lt Governor Manoj Sinha administers oath to Shantmanu
Srinagar: Senior IAS officer Shantmanu (AGMUT cadre, 1991 batch) was sworn in as the State Election Commissioner of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir at a formal ceremony held at Lok Bhavan in Srinagar. The oath of office was administered by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.
The appointment marks an important administrative development for the Union Territory, especially in the context of strengthening democratic institutions and electoral governance.
Lt Governor Manoj Sinha administered the oath of office to senior IAS officer Shantmanu (AGMUT:1991) as the State Election Commissioner of Jammu & Kashmir in Srinagar.#manojSinha #JammuandKashmir #Shantmanu pic.twitter.com/l374QRJ4MB
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Shantmanu brings with him decades of administrative experience. A 1991-batch officer of the AGMUT cadre, he has previously served in key positions, including Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Jammu & Kashmir and Divisional Commissioner, Jammu.
His background in managing electoral processes and overseeing district-level administration is expected to contribute significantly to the functioning of the State Election Commission.
Dignitaries attend the oath ceremony in Srinagar
The role of the State Election Commissioner is crucial in ensuring free, fair, and transparent conduct of local body elections in the Union Territory. With Shantmanu’s appointment, the administration aims to reinforce institutional credibility and streamline electoral procedures.
