President Droupadi Murmu Appoints New Governors Across 6 Key States Including Kerala and Tamil Nadu
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In a significant gubernatorial reshuffle announced from Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Droupadi Murmu has officially appointed new Governors across six major Indian states: Sikkim, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Karnataka, and Uttarakhand. The latest constitutional notifications introduce major lateral transfers and fresh appointments to state Raj Bhavans, aimed at recalibrating administrative governance. Key highlights of the high-profile transition include moving Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur to helm the Raj Bhavan in Kerala, while Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has been transferred to oversee Tamil Nadu.
Complete Roster: Full List of New Gubernatorial Appointments
The presidential warrant brings seasoned administrators and senior political leaders into gubernatorial roles across six state capitals:
Kerala: Om Prakash Mathur, who previously held office as the Governor of Sikkim, has been designated as the new Governor of Kerala.
Tamil Nadu: Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, transferring from his previous tenure as the Governor of Kerala, takes charge as the Governor of Tamil Nadu.
Odisha: Senior leader Braj Mohan Ram has been appointed to serve as the new Governor of Odisha.
Karnataka: Prominent leader Dr. Sudha Yadav assumes constitutional office as the Governor of Karnataka.
Uttarakhand: Dr. Dhal Singh Bisen has been named by the President as the new Governor of Uttarakhand.
Sikkim: Former Rajya Sabha parliamentarian Dushyant Gautam takes charge as the new Governor of Sikkim.
Dushyant Gautam Assigned to Gangtok: Sikkim BJP Extends Welcome
The Himalayan state of Sikkim witnessed immediate political reactions following the appointment of its new constitutional head:
Senior National Leadership Profile: Dushyant Gautam brings extensive political experience into Raj Bhavan, having served as a former Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha and managed key organizational portfolios within the Bharatiya Janata Party.
Formal Reception at Lok Bhavan: Following the official notification, Sikkim BJP State President D.R. Thapa visited Gangtok's Lok Bhavan on Monday evening to formally congratulate and welcome the newly designated Governor.
Focus on Regional Growth: The state party leadership stated that under Gautam's constitutional guidance, Sikkim's developmental roadmap, hill infrastructure projects, border stability, and public aspirations will gain substantial momentum.
Om Prakash Mathur Moves to Kerala: Sikkim Leadership Expresses Gratitude
With Om Prakash Mathur departing Gangtok to take charge of the Raj Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, local stakeholders recognized his service:
Acknowledgment of Service: The Sikkim BJP media cell issued an official statement commending Om Prakash Mathur’s constructive tenure, praising his welfare initiatives and developmental leadership during his stay in the state.
Smooth Transition of Responsibilities: State leaders offered their collective best wishes to Mathur as he transitions to handle the gubernatorial mantle in southern India, while simultaneously greeting Gautam as he steps into Sikkim's gubernatorial office.
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