Senior IAS officer Prashant Sitaram Lokhande named as the new CBSE Chairman.
New CBSE Chairman Appointment brings a senior IAS officer to lead India’s largest school education board. The Central Government has appointed Prashant Sitaram Lokhande as the new Chairman of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).Prashant Sitaram Lokhande, a 2001-batch senior IAS officer, takes charge of CBSE. He replaces Rahul Singh. The appointment comes as part of a routine bureaucratic change at the top level of the national education board.
The new CBSE Chairman has extensive administrative experience as a senior civil servant. His selection reflects the government’s focus on experienced leadership for key educational institutions that shape millions of students across India.
Prashant Sitaram Lokhande belongs to the 2001 batch of the Indian Administrative Service. He steps into the role following the completion of Rahul Singh’s tenure. The Central Government issued the appointment order to ensure smooth transition at CBSE.CBSE conducts major board examinations for Class 10 and Class 12 students every year. It also handles curriculum, affiliation of schools, and various academic reforms across the country.
The new CBSE Chairman appointment is expected to maintain continuity in ongoing board initiatives. These include examination reforms, digital initiatives, and efforts to improve quality of school education.Students, parents, and affiliated schools should continue with existing schedules and processes until any new announcements come from the board under the new leadership. No immediate changes to exam dates or academic calendars have been announced.This leadership change at CBSE ensures the board continues its work without disruption. Prashant Sitaram Lokhande now holds responsibility for one of India’s most important education bodies.
