CEC Gyanesh Kumar and Kyrgyz Ambassador Askar Beshimov discuss election management and capacity building
New Delhi: Chief Election Commissioner and Chairman of the Council of Member States of International IDEA, Shri Gyanesh Kumar, met His Excellency Askar Beshimov, Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to India, at Nirvachan Sadan, New Delhi.
During the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening democratic cooperation, in line with the vision outlined at the International Conference on Inclusive and Accessible Election Management (IICDEM) 2026.
The discussions focused on strengthening institutional cooperation in the field of election management, with both sides agreeing to work closely towards greater exchange of knowledge, experience and best practices.
Particular emphasis was placed on training and capacity building of election staff. Cooperation in this area can facilitate the sharing of professional expertise and practical approaches related to electoral administration, thereby supporting the development of stronger election-management institutions.
The engagement also reflects the broader scope for India and the Kyrgyz Republic to deepen cooperation through technical exchanges, institutional dialogue and professional training in electoral processes.
The meeting underscored the importance of international cooperation and experience-sharing in strengthening democratic institutions and promoting inclusive, accessible and credible electoral processes.