Overview
- The Assam government said the appointment took effect on November 5, 2025.
- Thaosen is a 1990-batch IAS officer who earlier served as Secretary in the Border Protection and Development Department.
- She succeeds retired IAS officer Deboraj Upadhyaya, who had led the commission since January 7, 2025.
- Administrative and academic observers have welcomed the leadership change, according to local reporting.
- Reports say her tenure is expected to emphasize transparency, accountability, efficiency and merit-based hiring at the commission.