Jaya Manickchand sworn-in as new Gecom commissioner

Manickchand taking the oath of office

Attorney-at-Law Jaya Devi Manickchand was sworn-in as the newest commissioner of the Guyana Elections Commission (Gecom) yesterday and government said her appointment is evidence of the administration’s commitment to empowering women in decision-making.

Manickchand, who replaces former Commissioner Moen Mc Doom, who resigned last February, was nominated by the government.

She sworn-in at the Credentials Room of the Office of the President and the Government Information Agency (GINA) reported President Donald Ramotar as congratulating her and saying that