On December 24, 2024, President Droupadi Murmu announced the appointment of new governors for nine states in India, marking a significant reshuffle in state leadership. This decision comes as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure effective governance and representation across various regions.
Appointments Overview
The newly appointed governors include:
Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati: Formerly the Governor of Mizoram, he has now been appointed as the Governor of Odisha.
General (Dr.) Vijay Kumar Singh: A retired army general, he will take on the role of Governor of Mizoram.
Ajay Kumar Bhalla: The former Union Home Secretary, has been appointed as the new Governor of Manipur.
CP Radhakrishnan: He Previously served as the Governor of Jharkhand, and has now taken on the role of Governor of Maharashtra.
Gulab Chand Kataria: He was appointed as the Governor of Punjab and will also take on the role of Administrator for Chandigarh.
Santosh Kumar Gangwar: Former Union Minister, he has been appointed as the new Governor of Jharkhand.
Jishnu Dev Varma: The former Deputy Chief Minister of Tripura is now the Governor of Telangana.
Ramen Deka: A former Congress leader from Assam, he has been named Governor of Chhattisgarh.
CH Vijayshankar: A former Lok Sabha MP from Mysore, he will serve as the Governor of Meghalaya.
The role of a governor in India is crucial, as they act as representatives of the President in each state. Governors are expected to uphold constitutional duties and ensure that state governments function smoothly. This appointment process is guided by Article 153 of the Indian Constitution, which mandates that there shall be a governor for each state.
These appointments reflect the government’s strategy to enhance governance by placing experienced individuals in key positions across states. As these new governors assume their roles, they will be tasked with addressing local issues and fostering development within their respective states. The reshuffle is expected to bring fresh perspectives and leadership styles to state governance, ultimately benefiting citizens through improved administration.
