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Nagaland Welcomes New Governor Nand Kishore Yadav, Rio & Patton Extend Greetings

President Droupadi Murmu has appointed senior BJP leader and former Bihar Minister Nand Kishore Yadav as the new Governor of Nagaland. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton welcomed the appointment, expressing their best wishes and commitment to work together for the state's progress. Yadav replaces Ajay Kumar Bhalla, who held additional charge of Nagaland since August 2023 following the death of Governor La. Ganesan. A veteran politician, Yadav has a long career in the RSS, BJP, and Bihar government, most recently serving as the Speaker of the Bihar Assembly.

Key Points: Nand Kishore Yadav Appointed as New Governor of Nagaland

  • Presidential appointment of Governors
  • Rio & Patton extend congratulations
  • Yadav replaces Ajay Kumar Bhalla
  • Veteran BJP leader from Bihar
  • Brings decades of public service experience
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CM Rio, Dy CM Patton welcome appointment of Nand Kishore Yadav as Nagaland's Governor

Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio and Dy CM Yanthungo Patton welcome senior BJP leader Nand Kishore Yadav as the state's new Governor, appointed by President Murmu.

"I look forward to working together for the welfare and continued progress of the state. - Neiphiu Rio"

Kohima, March 6

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton on Friday welcomed the appointment of senior BJP leader Nand Kishore Yadav as the new Governor of the state.

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday announced the appointment and transfer of Governors and Lieutenant Governors across several states and Union Territories.

As part of the changes, former Bihar Minister and Assembly Speaker Nand Kishore Yadav has been appointed as the Governor of Nagaland.

Taking to social media platform X, Chief Minister Rio wrote: "On behalf of the people of Nagaland, I congratulate Shri Nand Kishore Yadav Ji on his appointment as the Governor of Nagaland. I look forward to working together for the welfare and continued progress of the state."

Greeting the new Governor, Deputy Chief Minister Patton, in a post on his X handle, said: "Congratulations to Shri Nand Kishore Yadav Ji on being appointed as the Hon'ble Governor of Nagaland."

"With decades of public service, I am sure he will guide the state with wisdom and dedication while further strengthening the path of peace, development and prosperity for the people. My best wishes for a productive and meaningful tenure ahead," said the senior BJP leader and Deputy Chief Minister.

Yadav will replace Ajay Kumar Bhalla, who has been discharging the gubernatorial charge of Nagaland in addition to Manipur since August 25 last year.

Manipur Governor Bhalla, a former Union Home Secretary, was given additional charge of Nagaland by President Murmu on August 16 last year, a day after the death of Nagaland Governor La. Ganesan on August 15 at a hospital in Chennai at the age of 80.

Seventy-three-year-old Nand Kishore Yadav joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in 1969 and became active in the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad in 1971.

He served as the President of the Bharatiya Janata Party's Bihar unit from 1998 to 2003 and held several key portfolios in the Bihar government under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, including Health and Family Welfare and Tourism.

Yadav also served as the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Bihar Legislative Assembly from 2013 to 2015. In February 2024, he was elected as the 17th Speaker of the Bihar Assembly.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Good to see a swift appointment after the sad demise of the previous Governor. Stability in the Governor's office is important for the state's administration, especially in the Northeast.
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Aman W
His background in the RSS and ABVP shows a long commitment to public service. Hopefully, that experience translates into good governance and understanding for Nagaland. The CM and Dy CM seem positive.
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Sarah B
While I welcome the appointment, I hope the focus remains on the people of Nagaland and not just political symbolism. The real test will be in how he engages with local issues and communities beyond ceremonial duties.
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Karthik V
Interesting move. A seasoned politician from the Hindi heartland going to a northeastern state. Hope he brings his administrative experience from Bihar to help in Nagaland's development journey. Jai Hind!
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Nisha Z
At 73, he's taking on a new challenge! Respect for that. His work in health and tourism in Bihar could be relevant. Nagaland has great tourism potential. Maybe he can help boost that sector. 👍

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