President Murmu Announces New Governor Appointments in Six States
President Droupadi Murmu has announced major Governor appointments and transfers across six Indian states, including shifts in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Sikkim.
In a significant administrative reshuffle, President Droupadi Murmu on Monday announced the appointment and transfer of Governors across six Indian states. The official communique issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan detailed a series of high-level movements aimed at leadership transitions in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, and Sikkim.
Major Shifts in Kerala and Tamil Nadu
The reshuffle includes a notable transfer for the Kerala governorship. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, currently the Governor of Kerala, is set to be transferred to Tamil Nadu. Taking his place in Kerala will be Om Prakash Mathur, who moves from his current role as the Governor of Sikkim.
New Governors Appointed Across Four States
Beyond the transfers in the southern states, the President has appointed new leaders to oversee several key regions. The newly appointed Governors include:
- Braj Mohan Ram: Appointed as the Governor of Odisha.
- Sudha Yadav: Appointed as the Governor of Karnataka.
- Dhal Singh Bisen: Appointed as the Governor of Uttarakhand.
- Dushyant Gautam: Appointed as the Governor of Sikkim.
According to the official announcement, these appointments will officially take effect as soon as the respective appointees assume charge of their new offices.
Political Leaders Welcome the Decision
The announcement has been met with widespread greetings from top political figures across the country, who expressed confidence in the new leadership's ability to drive state development.
Uttarakhand CM Praises Dhal Singh Bisen
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended his heartfelt congratulations to the newly appointed Governor, Dhal Singh Bisen. Dhami highlighted Bisen's extensive political experience, noting his previous roles as a Cabinet Minister in the Madhya Pradesh Government and a Member of Parliament. The Chief Minister expressed his prayers for a successful and glorious tenure for the veteran leader.
National Leaders Express Support
The reshuffle also drew reactions from other prominent leaders:
- Yogi Adityanath, the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, congratulated the new Governors, emphasizing the vital role they play in the progress and prosperity of the nation.
- Pankaj Chaudhary, the Uttar Pradesh BJP President, wished the six officials a fulfilling tenure dedicated to good governance and public service.
- Union Minister Kiren Rijiju also welcomed the President's decision, conveying his best wishes for the welfare and development of the respective states under the new leadership.