The Election Commission of India (ECI) issued a directive on Wednesday (20.03.2024) instructing the Maharashtra government to appoint Bhushan Gagrani (IAS:1990:MH) as the new Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).
Bhushan Gagrani will take over from Iqbal Singh Chahal, who has been transferred from the position of BMC commissioner following the ECI’s orders. Until now, Gagrani had been serving as the additional chief secretary in the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO).
Gagrani brings extensive experience, having previously held roles such as state urban development department secretary and principal secretary to Uddhav Thackeray during his tenure as Chief Minister. He has also served as the Director General of the Information and Public Relations Department (DGIPR).
In addition to Gagrani’s appointment, the ECI directed the appointment of Saurabh Rao (IAS:2003:MH) as the civic chief of Thane and Kailash Shinde (IAS:2013:MH) as the civic chief of Navi Mumbai.
The Election Commission emphasized that the three appointed officers are not permitted to hold any additional responsibilities outside of their respective corporations, as outlined in the order.
