Avtar Singh Rikhy
Shri Avtar Singh Rikhy was a former Secretary-General of 6th Lok Sabha and 7th Lok Sabha. He succeeded Shri S. L. Shakdhar, after his appointment as the Chief Election Commissioner.Early life
Sardar Rikhy had his higher education from Punjab University and Calcutta University. He was Double M.A. in History and English. He stood third in order of merit in the Punjab University in M.A. 1945; diploma in Journalism, Punjab University 1944; diploma in Social Work, Calcutta University, 1948 where he stood second in order of merit; after being successful in the All-India Combined Services Competitive Examination, 1945 served in various administrative capacities in the government, 1946–1956.Positions held
