Who has been appointed as the CEO of Government e Marketplace (GeM) with effect from March 3, 2025?

The correct answer is Shri Ajay Bhadoo.

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• Shri Ajay Bhadoo has been appointed as the CEO of Government e Marketplace (GeM) from March 3, 2025.

Key Points

• Shri Ajay Bhadoo has been appointed CEO of GeM, India’s largest e-marketplace for government procurement, effective from March 3, 2025.
• GeM’s Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) currently stands at ₹4.58 lakh crore, reflecting significant growth of 28.65% year-on-year.
• Shri Bhadoo brings over two decades of experience and previously served as the Deputy Election Commissioner and Joint Secretary to the President of India.
• His appointment comes at a pivotal time as GeM transitions to a next-generation digital marketplace powered by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).

Additional Information

• GeM (Government e Marketplace)
  • Launched by: Government of India
  • Purpose: E-marketplace for government procurement
  • GMV: ₹4.58 lakh crore
  • Key Feature: Digital transformation powered by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
• Shri Ajay Bhadoo
  • Position: CEO of GeM
  • Experience: IAS officer, Additional Secretary, and former Deputy Election Commissioner
  • Education: Civil Engineering and Master's in Business Law from National Law School of India University