India, Jan. 31 -- Madhusudan Padhi took charge as the State Election Commissioner at the Election Commission's office in Bhubaneswar on Friday. In a formal ceremony, outgoing State Election Commissioner Aditya Prasad Padhi handed over his responsibilities to Padhi making him the eight election commissioner of the State.

Upon taking office, Padhi recognised the critical nature of his duties. He voiced his commitment to ensuring the seamless conduct of the forthcoming municipal, panchayat elections and other crucial events in the State's democratic process.

Aditya Prasad Padhi's tenure concluded in August 2024, and the position had remained vacant since then.

After taking the charge, Padhi said, "The State government has entrusted me wi...