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Bihar BJP Celebrates Nand Kishore Yadav's Appointment as Nagaland Governor

Bihar BJP leaders have welcomed the appointment of senior party figure Nand Kishore Yadav as the new Governor of Nagaland. They cited his extensive administrative and organizational experience as a key qualification for the constitutional role. The appointment is part of a larger reshuffle of Governors and Lieutenant Governors effected by President Droupadi Murmu. Yadav has pledged to work for Nagaland's development within the framework of the Constitution.

Key Points: Nand Kishore Yadav Appointed Nagaland Governor, Bihar Leaders React

  • Senior BJP leader appointed Governor
  • Bihar leaders welcome the move
  • Part of major gubernatorial reshuffle
  • Yadav pledges constitutional development role
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"Has immense administrative experience": Bihar BJP President, Deputy CM welcome Nand Kishore Yadav's elevation to Nagaland Governor post

Bihar BJP leaders welcome Nand Kishore Yadav's elevation to Nagaland Governor, citing his administrative experience. President Murmu reshuffles governors.

"He has immense administrative and organisational experience. - Sanjay Saraogi"

Patna, March 6

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha and BJP President Sanjay Saraogi Thursday, celebrated the appointment of Nand Kishore Yadav as the new Governor of Nagaland, citing his vast organisational experience. Party leaders, while speaking to, noted that Nand Kishore Yadav's appointment reflects the central government's trust in leaders from Bihar for high constitutional roles.

Highlighting the senior leader's experience, BJP President Sanjay Saraogi said, "I express my gratitude to the central leadership. Nand Kishore Yadav has immense administrative and organisational experience. He has been appointed as the Governor of Nagaland...Best wishes to him...He will certainly work for the betterment of Nagaland."Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha said, " Former Bihar State President Nand Kishore Yadav has been appointed to the post of the Governor (of Nagaland) by the Government of India. The National President was also appointed from Bihar."

Meanwhile, Former Bihar Assembly Speaker Nand Kishore Yadav, who was appointed as the Nagaland Governor on Friday, said that he will work for the development of the state within Constitutional limits.

President Droupadi Murmu has effected a major administrative reshuffle of Governors and Lieutenant Governors across the country on Thursday, just ahead of the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections.

"I want to thank the President of India and PM Modi for giving me an important responsibility. I will play my role in the development of Nagaland within the limits of the Constitution," Yadav told ANI.

Nand Kishore Yadav is a senior BJP leader who served as the Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from 2024 to 2025. Representing the Patna Sahib constituency, he is a long-time BJP worker and has also held important cabinet ministerial portfolios, including Road Construction and Health in the Bihar government.

He has also served as the Leader of the Opposition in Bihar. The BJP leader has also been associated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).

On the other hand, Lieutenant General (Retired) Syed Ata Hasnain has been named Governor of Bihar.

- ANI

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Priya S
It's heartening to see leaders from Bihar getting such important constitutional roles. This shows the central leadership's trust. Hope he focuses on infrastructure and connectivity in the Northeast.
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Rahul R
Respectfully, while his experience is noted, these gubernatorial appointments often feel political, especially before Rajya Sabha elections. The real test is whether development actually reaches the people of Nagaland.
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Aman W
Good move. A retired Lieutenant General as Bihar Governor and an experienced politician for Nagaland. Hopefully this brings fresh perspective and stability. Jai Hind!
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Kavya N
His background as Speaker shows he understands constitutional limits, which is crucial for a Governor's role. Hope he builds a strong bridge between the state and centre for Nagaland's progress.
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Michael C
Interesting reshuffle. Appointing someone with deep political and administrative roots to a sensitive border state like Nagaland is a significant decision. His RSS background suggests a certain ideological alignment for the role.

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