Lokhande Prashant Sitaram has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), succeeding Rahul Singh. Born on November 20, 1973, he is an accomplished Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer from the 2001 batch of the AGMUT cadre. Sitaram has a strong academic background, holding a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Pune University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Engineering from the National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE), Mumbai. His career spans over two decades in various administrative roles, including Joint Secretary and Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs. His extensive experience in governance and public administration has earned him recognition, including two State Awards for Meritorious Service. As CBSE Chairperson, he will oversee policies impacting millions of students and educational institutions across India, amidst ongoing discussions regarding the CBSE On-Screen Marking System.