Uttarakhand, nestled in the lap of the majestic Himalayas, has seen a rich tapestry of political leadership since its formation in the year 2000. As one of the youngest states in India, Uttarakhand has witnessed the stewardship of several prominent leaders who have guided its development and progress. Here, we delve into a comprehensive list of former Chief Ministers who have played significant roles in shaping the state’s political landscape.
Since its formation on November 9, 2000, Uttarakhand has witnessed the leadership of 10 Chief Ministers, commencing with Nityanand Swami of the BJP. The state has encountered two occasions of President’s rule, with the political landscape predominantly dominated by the BJP and INC. Presently, Pushkar Singh Dhami of the BJP holds the position of Chief Minister, having assumed office in March 2022.
Nityanand Swami, the inaugural Chief Minister of the Indian state of Uttarakhand, formerly known as Uttaranchal, led the region from 9 November 2000 to 29 October 2001. His tenure marked a significant milestone in the state’s history, setting the course for its governance and development. Swami’s leadership laid the groundwork for Uttarakhand’s journey as an independent entity, shaping its identity and aspirations.
Pushkar Singh Dhami, a prominent figure in the Bharatiya Janata Party, currently holds the esteemed position of the 10th Chief Minister of Uttarakhand. Assumed office in 2021, Dhami’s leadership embodies a commitment to the state’s progress and welfare. With a focus on governance and development, he navigates Uttarakhand towards a future of prosperity and inclusive growth, earning recognition for his dedication to public service.
Since its formation on November 9, 2000, Uttarakhand has witnessed the leadership of 10 Chief Ministers, commencing with Nityanand Swami of the BJP.
Here is the complete list of former Chief Ministers of Uttarakhand from 2000 to 2024:
| Former Chief Ministers of Uttarakhand | |||
| S. No. | Name | From | To |
| 1. | Nityanand Swami | 09 Nov 2000 | 29 Oct 2001 |
| 2. | Bhagat Singh Koshyari | 30 Oct 2001 | 01 Mar 2002 |
| 3. | Narayan Datt Tiwari | 02 Mar 2002 | 07 Mar 2007 |
| 4. | Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri | 08 Mar 2007 | 26 Jun 2009 |
| 5. | Ramesh Pokhriyal | 27 Jun 2009 | 10 Sep 2011 |
| 6. | Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri | 11 Sep 2011 | 12 Mar 2012 |
| 7. | Vijay Bahuguna | 13 Mar 2012 | 31 Jan 2014 |
| 8. | Harish Rawat | 01 Feb 2014 | 27 Mar 2016 |
| 9. | President’s Rule | 27 Mar 2016 | 21 Apr 2016 |
| 10. | Harish Rawat | 21 Apr 2016 | 22 Apr 2016 |
| 11. | President’s Rule | 22 Apr 2016 | 11 May 2016 |
| 12. | Harish Rawat | 11 May 2016 | 17 Mar 2017 |
| 13. | Trivendra Singh Rawat | 18 Mar 2017 | 18 Mar 2017 |
| 14. | Tirath Singh Rawat | 18 Mar 2017 | 04 Jul 2021 |
| 15. | Pushkar Singh Dhami | 04 Jul 2021 | 23 Mar 2022 |
| 16. | Pushkar Singh Dhami | 23 Mar 2022 | Incumbent |
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