{"id":47215,"date":"2026-02-28T20:33:30","date_gmt":"2026-02-28T15:03:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=47215"},"modified":"2026-02-28T20:33:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-28T15:03:32","slug":"nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/","title":{"rendered":"Nidhi Chhibber Takes Charge as NITI Aayog CEO 2026 \u2013 Key Facts for UPSC, SSC &#038; Banking Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Nidhi_Chhibber_takes_charge_as_NITI_Aayog_CEO_2026_after_BVR_Subrahmanyams_tenure_ends_Read_complete_details_background_functions_of_NITI_Aayog_FAQs_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_and_State_PSC_exams\" >Nidhi Chhibber takes charge as NITI Aayog CEO 2026 after BVR Subrahmanyam\u2019s tenure ends. Read complete details, background, functions of NITI Aayog, FAQs and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking and State PSC exams.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Nidhi_Chhibber_Takes_Charge_as_CEO_of_NITI_Aayog_After_BVR_Subrahmanyams_Term_Ends_February_2026\" >Nidhi Chhibber Takes Charge as CEO of NITI Aayog After BVR Subrahmanyam\u2019s Term Ends (February 2026)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Who_Is_Nidhi_Chhibber_Profile_and_Career_Highlights\" >Who Is Nidhi Chhibber? Profile and Career Highlights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#End_of_BVR_Subrahmanyams_Term\" >End of BVR Subrahmanyam\u2019s Term<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Role_of_NITI_Aayog_in_Indias_Governance\" >Role of NITI Aayog in India\u2019s Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#What_Chhibbers_Leadership_Means_for_Public_Policy\" >What Chhibber\u2019s Leadership Means for Public Policy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Competitive_Exam_Aspirants\" >Why This News Is Important for Competitive Exam Aspirants<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Significance_in_Governance_and_Public_Administration\" >Significance in Governance and Public Administration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Why_It_Matters_in_the_Broader_Policy_Context\" >Why It Matters in the Broader Policy Context<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Historical_Context_NITI_Aayogs_Evolution_and_Leadership\" >Historical Context: NITI Aayog\u2019s Evolution and Leadership<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#From_Planning_Commission_to_NITI_Aayog\" >From Planning Commission to NITI Aayog<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Leadership_at_NITI_Aayog\" >Leadership at NITI Aayog<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CNidhi_Chhibber_Takes_Charge_as_NITI_Aayog_CEO%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cNidhi Chhibber Takes Charge as NITI Aayog CEO\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#FAQs_for_Government_Exam_Preparation\" >FAQs for Government Exam Preparation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#1_Who_has_taken_charge_as_the_CEO_of_NITI_Aayog_in_2026\" >1. Who has taken charge as the CEO of NITI Aayog in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#2_What_is_NITI_Aayog_and_when_was_it_established\" >2. What is NITI Aayog and when was it established?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#3_Who_is_the_Chairperson_of_NITI_Aayog\" >3. Who is the Chairperson of NITI Aayog?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#4_What_is_the_role_of_the_CEO_of_NITI_Aayog\" >4. What is the role of the CEO of NITI Aayog?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#5_Which_cadre_and_batch_does_Nidhi_Chhibber_belong_to\" >5. Which cadre and batch does Nidhi Chhibber belong to?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#6_What_is_the_Development_Monitoring_and_Evaluation_Office_DMEO\" >6. What is the Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office (DMEO)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#7_Why_is_this_appointment_important_for_UPSC_and_State_PSC_exams\" >7. Why is this appointment important for UPSC and State PSC exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#8_What_replaced_the_Planning_Commission_and_why\" >8. What replaced the Planning Commission and why?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#9_In_which_year_did_BVR_Subrahmanyam_become_CEO_of_NITI_Aayog\" >9. In which year did BVR Subrahmanyam become CEO of NITI Aayog?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#10_Is_NITI_Aayog_a_constitutional_body\" >10. Is NITI Aayog a constitutional body?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nidhi-chhibber-takes-charge-as-niti-aayog-ceo\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nidhi_Chhibber_takes_charge_as_NITI_Aayog_CEO_2026_after_BVR_Subrahmanyams_tenure_ends_Read_complete_details_background_functions_of_NITI_Aayog_FAQs_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_and_State_PSC_exams\"><\/span>Nidhi Chhibber takes charge as NITI Aayog CEO 2026 after BVR Subrahmanyam\u2019s tenure ends. Read complete details, background, functions of NITI Aayog, FAQs and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking and State PSC exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nidhi_Chhibber_Takes_Charge_as_CEO_of_NITI_Aayog_After_BVR_Subrahmanyams_Term_Ends_February_2026\"><\/span><strong>Nidhi Chhibber Takes Charge as CEO of NITI Aayog After BVR Subrahmanyam\u2019s Term Ends (February 2026)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a recent leadership change at one of India\u2019s key policy institutions, <strong>senior IAS officer Nidhi Chhibber has taken additional charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog)<\/strong>. This appointment follows the completion of <strong>BVR Subrahmanyam\u2019s three-year tenure as CEO on February 24, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nidhi Chhibber, a <strong>1994-batch IAS officer of the Chhattisgarh cadre<\/strong>, is currently serving as the <strong>Director General of the Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office (DMEO) under NITI Aayog<\/strong>. In her prior roles, she has handled significant responsibilities including heading the <strong>Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)<\/strong>, where she oversaw major examinations and reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her new appointment places her at the helm of <strong>India\u2019s premier policy think-tank<\/strong>, which plays a central role in strategic planning, monitoring national programmes, and coordinating government initiatives across ministries and states. The transition to Chhibber\u2019s leadership is seen as an effort to maintain continuity in policy evaluation and evidence-based governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Is_Nidhi_Chhibber_Profile_and_Career_Highlights\"><\/span><strong>Who Is Nidhi Chhibber? Profile and Career Highlights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nidhi Chhibber\u2019s administrative career spans several key government roles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>She is a <strong>1994-batch IAS officer, Chhattisgarh cadre<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Currently serves as the <strong>Director General of DMEO<\/strong>, focusing on monitoring and impact assessment of flagship schemes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Former <strong>Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Known for her contributions to <strong>data-driven evaluation<\/strong>, governance reforms, and public policy coordination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her leadership background makes her well-suited to oversee NITI Aayog\u2019s broad portfolio of development planning and implementation support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"End_of_BVR_Subrahmanyams_Term\"><\/span><strong>End of BVR Subrahmanyam\u2019s Term<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The former CEO, <strong>BVR Subrahmanyam<\/strong>, served as the CEO of NITI Aayog since March 2023 and concluded his extended tenure on <strong>24 February 2026<\/strong>. During his period in office, he was instrumental in advancing policy coordination and reform strategies across government bodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Subrahmanyam, a 1987-batch IAS officer, also held key positions such as Chief Secretary of Jammu &amp; Kashmir and Secretary in the Ministry of Commerce &amp; Industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_of_NITI_Aayog_in_Indias_Governance\"><\/span><strong>Role of NITI Aayog in India\u2019s Governance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Established in 2015 to replace the Planning Commission, <strong>NITI Aayog is the Government of India\u2019s premier policy think-tank<\/strong>. It is mandated to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Formulate strategic policy frameworks and guide reforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote cooperative federalism by involving state governments in policy design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor and evaluate performance of flagship programmes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foster innovation and sustainable development across sectors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Prime Minister of India serves as the Chairperson of NITI Aayog<\/strong>, and the CEO leads the executive functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Chhibbers_Leadership_Means_for_Public_Policy\"><\/span><strong>What Chhibber\u2019s Leadership Means for Public Policy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Nidhi Chhibber at the helm, NITI Aayog is expected to place stronger emphasis on <strong>data-driven evaluations<\/strong>, effective monitoring of government schemes and evidence-based policy actions. Her experience in the DMEO positions her to advance performance accountability within government programmes, which is critical for achieving targeted development outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"Nidhi-Chhibber-Takes-Charge-as-NITI-Aayog-CEO\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Nidhi Chhibber Takes Charge as NITI Aayog CEO\" style=\"width:558px;height:auto\" title=\"Nidhi Chhibber Takes Charge as NITI Aayog CEO\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nidhi Chhibber Takes Charge as NITI Aayog CEO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Competitive_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Is Important for Competitive Exam Aspirants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_in_Governance_and_Public_Administration\"><\/span><strong>Significance in Governance and Public Administration<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leadership changes in key government institutions are frequently tested in exams like <strong>UPSC, State PSCs, SSC CGL\/CHSL, Banking, Railways and defence services<\/strong> because they reflect <em>public administration structure and policy decision points<\/em> in India\u2019s governance system. <strong>NITI Aayog is central to government planning<\/strong>, linking policymaking with implementation and evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aspiring civil servants must understand how think-tanks like NITI Aayog operate, and why leadership changes matter. The CEO\u2019s role influences policy thrust, inter-ministerial coordination and federal-state cooperation \u2014 topics often seen in <strong>General Studies Papers, Governance &amp; Ethics, and Current Affairs sections<\/strong> of competitive exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_It_Matters_in_the_Broader_Policy_Context\"><\/span><strong>Why It Matters in the Broader Policy Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nidhi Chhibber\u2019s appointment signals continuity and deepening of the Government\u2019s focus on <strong>data-driven governance and evaluation mechanisms<\/strong> \u2014 an area that underpins initiatives like the Aspirational District Programme, SDG indexes and national monitoring frameworks. Understanding these operational shifts helps candidates frame answers regarding <strong>public policy effectiveness, administrative reforms and accountability frameworks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_NITI_Aayogs_Evolution_and_Leadership\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context: NITI Aayog\u2019s Evolution and Leadership<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Planning_Commission_to_NITI_Aayog\"><\/span><strong>From Planning Commission to NITI Aayog<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Planning Commission<\/strong>, established in 1950, was India\u2019s traditional apex body for economic planning. In 2015, it was replaced by <strong>NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India)<\/strong> to foster a more flexible and cooperative approach to policymaking involving states and the Union Government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike its predecessor, NITI Aayog primarily functions as a <strong>policy advisory body<\/strong>, without direct funding powers. Its aim is to provide strategic inputs, innovation pathways and evidence-based recommendations for sustainable development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leadership_at_NITI_Aayog\"><\/span><strong>Leadership at NITI Aayog<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NITI Aayog\u2019s leadership includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chairperson:<\/strong> Prime Minister of India.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CEO:<\/strong> Senior IAS officer responsible for executive functions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Past CEOs have included experienced administrators like <strong>BVR Subrahmanyam<\/strong>, who was instrumental in strengthening operational coherence within the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The appointment of <strong>Nidhi Chhibber marks a continuation of this leadership lineage<\/strong>, with a focus on monitoring and evaluation of government programmes \u2014 a priority area for effective governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CNidhi_Chhibber_Takes_Charge_as_NITI_Aayog_CEO%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from \u201cNidhi Chhibber Takes Charge as NITI Aayog CEO\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>Nidhi Chhibber has taken additional charge as the CEO of NITI Aayog after BVR Subrahmanyam\u2019s tenure ended on February 24, 2026.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>She is a 1994-batch IAS officer of the Chhattisgarh cadre and currently heads the DMEO under NITI Aayog.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>BVR Subrahmanyam served as NITI Aayog CEO since March 2023 and completed his three-year term.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>NITI Aayog is India\u2019s premier policy think-tank, focusing on strategic planning, cooperative federalism and monitoring flagship schemes.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>Chhibber\u2019s expertise in monitoring and evaluation may strengthen evidence-based policy and performance assessment in governance.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nidhi Chhibber Takes Charge as NITI Aayog CEO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_for_Government_Exam_Preparation\"><\/span><strong>FAQs for Government Exam Preparation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_has_taken_charge_as_the_CEO_of_NITI_Aayog_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>1. Who has taken charge as the CEO of NITI Aayog in 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nidhi Chhibber has taken charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NITI Aayog after the completion of the tenure of B. V. R. Subrahmanyam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_NITI_Aayog_and_when_was_it_established\"><\/span><strong>2. What is NITI Aayog and when was it established?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) is the premier policy think tank of the Government of India. It was established on <strong>1 January 2015<\/strong>, replacing the Planning Commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Who_is_the_Chairperson_of_NITI_Aayog\"><\/span><strong>3. Who is the Chairperson of NITI Aayog?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Prime Minister of India serves as the ex-officio Chairperson of NITI Aayog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_role_of_the_CEO_of_NITI_Aayog\"><\/span><strong>4. What is the role of the CEO of NITI Aayog?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The CEO is responsible for the executive functioning of the institution, policy coordination, implementation monitoring, evaluation of flagship schemes, and assisting in strategic planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_cadre_and_batch_does_Nidhi_Chhibber_belong_to\"><\/span><strong>5. Which cadre and batch does Nidhi Chhibber belong to?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She is a <strong>1994-batch IAS officer of the Chhattisgarh cadre<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_Development_Monitoring_and_Evaluation_Office_DMEO\"><\/span><strong>6. What is the Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office (DMEO)?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DMEO is a wing under NITI Aayog responsible for monitoring and evaluating government schemes using data-driven tools and impact assessments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Why_is_this_appointment_important_for_UPSC_and_State_PSC_exams\"><\/span><strong>7. Why is this appointment important for UPSC and State PSC exams?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Appointments to constitutional and non-constitutional bodies like NITI Aayog are frequently asked in Prelims and Mains under Polity, Governance, and Current Affairs sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_replaced_the_Planning_Commission_and_why\"><\/span><strong>8. What replaced the Planning Commission and why?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NITI Aayog replaced the Planning Commission to promote <strong>cooperative federalism<\/strong>, policy flexibility, and evidence-based decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_In_which_year_did_BVR_Subrahmanyam_become_CEO_of_NITI_Aayog\"><\/span><strong>9. In which year did BVR Subrahmanyam become CEO of NITI Aayog?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He assumed office in <strong>2023<\/strong> and completed his tenure in <strong>February 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Is_NITI_Aayog_a_constitutional_body\"><\/span><strong>10. 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