New Delhi: In a major reshuffle of governors across the country, President Droupadi Murmu announced a series of key appointments on Tuesday. The changes affect five states, Manipur, Odisha, Mizoram, Kerala and Bihar
Among the most prominent appointments is that of Ajay Kumar Bhalla, former Union home secretary, as the new governor of Manipur. This appointment carries significant weight given the ongoing situation in Manipur. Bhalla’s extensive experience in the Home Ministry, dealing with internal security and governance, likely influenced this choice.
Another important development in the reshuffle process is the reappointment of Arif Mohammed Khan as governor. After completing a full term as governor of Kerala, he has now been appointed governor of Bihar, a state slated for elections in 2025.
The current Mizoram governor, Hari Babu Kambhampati, takes over as the new governor of Odisha, following the acceptance of Raghubar Das’s resignation. Meanwhile, General Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd.) will assume the role of Mizoram’s governor.
In a further shift, Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, currently serving as the governor of Bihar, will now govern Kerala. The appointments take effect from the date each individual assumes the responsibility of their new office.
The President of India made the following appointments of Governors:
(i) Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati, Governor of Mizoram appointed as Governor of Odisha.
(ii) General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd.) appointed as Governor of Mizoram.
(iii) Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Governor of Bihar appointed as Governor of Kerala.
(iv) Arif Mohammed Khan, Governor of Kerala appointed as Governor of Bihar.
(v) Ajay Kumar Bhalla appointed as Governor of Manipur.
