Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Ajay Kumar, a seasoned 1985-batch IAS officer from the Kerala cadre and former Defence Secretary, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). His appointment was approved by President Droupadi Murmu, following the end of Preeti Sudan’s term in April 2025. Known for his expertise in defence reforms and digital governance, Ajay Kumar’s leadership is expected to bring strategic insight and reform-oriented direction to UPSC, which plays a pivotal role in selecting India’s civil servants. His distinguished academic background and administrative experience make him well-suited for this influential role in public service recruitment.