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ECI Revises Work Allocation Order; DG (IT) Seema Khanna To Report Through Deputy EC
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What Happened?
The Election Commission of India has revised its work allocation order, placing the IT division under a Senior Deputy EC. Seema Khanna's reporting structure remains unchanged.
Key points
- The revised order was issued on November 4, 2026.
- Seema Khanna will now route her files through Dr. Pawan Kumar Sharma.
- Manish Garg's previous order on July 28 directed Khanna to report directly to the Commission.
- Garg has been relieved of the IT department's charge and will focus on Election Planning and EVM.
- The dispute over reporting structure escalated to a confidential letter to the Cabinet Secretary.
Key insights
- The change in reporting structure may enhance oversight within the IT division.
- This situation highlights ongoing tensions regarding administrative authority within the Election Commission.
- The previous direct reporting order raised concerns about transparency and legality.
Why it matters
This revision clarifies the reporting structure within the Election Commission, which is crucial for administrative transparency.
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Election Commission of India· OrganizationSeema Khanna· PersonPawan Kumar Sharma· PersonManish Garg· PersonSanjay Kumar· Person
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