♦ The Chief Election Commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar is all set to assume the Chairship of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IIDEA) for the year 2026. He will take over the Chairship of IIDEA on December 03, 2025 in the meeting of the Council of Member States of International IDEA to be held in Stockholm, Sweden. 

♦ International IDEA, established in 1995, is an intergovernmental organisation committed to strengthening democratic institutions and processes worldwide.
With a current membership of 35 countries and the United States and Japan as Observers, the organisation promotes inclusive, resilient, and accountable democracies (List of Member Countries in Annexure).

♦ The Chairship marks a significant milestone, reflecting global recognition of the Election Commission of India as one of the world's most credible and innovative Election Management Bodies (EMBs). India, a founding member of IIDEA, has consistently contributed to the organisation's governance, democratic discourse and institutional initiatives.