New Gubernatorial Appointments

New Gubernatorial Appointments

July 27, 2024: The Indian government announced a significant reshuffle in gubernatorial positions across several states. These appointments bring fresh perspectives and new leadership to various regions in the country.

Details of the Gubernatorial Appointments:

1.       Lakshman Prasad Acharya:

Formerly the Governor of Sikkim, Lakshman Prasad Acharya has a long-standing experience in education and administration. He has now been appointed as the Governor of Assam and also given additional responsibility as the Governor of Manipur.

Date of Appointment: July 27, 2024.

2.      Gulab Chand Kataria:

Gulab Chand Kataria, who previously served as the Home Minister of Rajasthan, brings his extensive political and administrative experience to his new role as the Governor of Punjab. He will also serve as the Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh.

Date of Appointment: July 27, 2024.

3.      C.P. Radhakrishnan:

A senior leader from Tamil Nadu and former Member of Parliament, C.P. Radhakrishnan has been appointed as the Governor of Maharashtra, following his tenure as the Governor of Jharkhand.

Date of Appointment: July 27, 2024.

4.      Santosh Kumar Gangwar:

With a rich background in various ministerial roles in the central government, Santosh Kumar Gangwar has been appointed as the Governor of Jharkhand, succeeding C.P. Radhakrishnan.

Date of Appointment: July 27, 2024.

5.      Haribhau Kisanrao Bagde:

A senior BJP leader and former Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, Haribhau Kisanrao Bagde has been appointed as the Governor of Rajasthan.

Date of Appointment: July 27, 2024.

6.     Jishnu Dev Varma:

A prominent leader from Tripura, Jishnu Dev Varma has been appointed as the Governor of Telangana.

Date of Appointment: July 27, 2024.

7.      Om Prakash Mathur:

A veteran politician, Om Prakash Mathur has significant experience in governance and politics. He has been appointed as the Governor of Sikkim.

Date of Appointment: July 27, 2024.

8.     Ramen Deka:

A respected leader from Assam, Ramen Deka has previously served as a Member of Parliament. He has been appointed as the Governor of Chhattisgarh.

Date of Appointment: July 27, 2024.

9.     C.H. Vijayashankar:

A former minister and parliamentarian from Karnataka, C.H. Vijayashankar has been appointed as the Governor of Meghalaya.

Date of Appointment: July 27, 2024.

10.  K. Kailashnathan:

Known for his administrative acumen in Gujarat, K. Kailashnathan has been appointed as the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry.

Date of Appointment: July 27, 2024.

These appointments, as announced by the Rashtrapati Bhavan, will take effect from the dates the new appointees assume their respective offices.