There's a new #electioncommissioner in town! His name is #AnupChandraPandey and his appointment last week caused a bit of a stir.<br /><br />Pandey previously served as chief secretary to #YogiAdityanath, the current chief minister of #UttarPradesh. And this state is heading towards an election in March next year. This brings up a few questions about the new appointment and the role of an election commissioner, especially during a high-stakes #election.<br /><br />So, who is Anup Chandra Pandey? How was he appointed and what will he do during election season? Meghnad S explains.<br /><br />***<br /><br />Subscribe to Newslaundry: https://www.newslaundry.com/subscription?ref=social<br /><br />Follow and engage with us on social media:<br />Facebook: https://facebook.com/newslaundry<br />Twitter: https://twitter.com/newslaundry<br />Instagram: https://instagram.com/newslaundry
