List of Former Governors of Kerala (1956-2024)

Kerala, a state rich in culture, history, and political significance, has seen a succession of distinguished individuals serving as Governors. The position of Governor holds paramount importance in the state’s administrative framework, representing the link between the central government and the state government. Here is a comprehensive list of former Governors who have contributed to the governance and development of Kerala.

Governors of Kerala

On November 22, 1956, Burgula Ramakrishna Rao assumed office as the inaugural Governor of Kerala in independent India. Following him, V V Giri succeeded, marking the beginning of a lineage of 18 Governors in Kerala. Notable figures like former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit and former Supreme Court judge P Sathasivam have also served in this position. Arif Mohammad Khan assumed the role of Kerala Governor on September 6, 2019.

First Governor of Kerala

Burgula Ramakrishna Rao assumed the role of the inaugural Governor of Kerala in independent India, marking a significant moment in the state’s governance. His appointment on November 22, 1956, laid the foundation for the subsequent line of governors who would serve in Kerala.

Current Governor of Kerala

Arif Mohammad Khan took office as the current Governor of Kerala on September 6, 2019, playing a pivotal role in the state’s governance. His tenure has seen significant developments and initiatives aimed at the welfare and progress of Kerala. As of now, he continues to hold the esteemed position of Governor in the state.

List of Former Governors of Kerala

Kerala, a state rich in culture, history, and political significance, has seen a succession of distinguished individuals serving as Governors.

Here is the complete list of former Governors of Kerala from 1956 to 2024:

Former Governors of Kerala (1956-2024)
S. No.	Name	From	To
1.	Burgula Ramakrishna Rao	22 Nov 1956	1 Jul 1960
2.	V.V. Giri	1 Jul 1960	6 Feb 1966
3.	Bhagwan Sahay	6 Feb 1966	15 May 1967
4.	V. Viswanathan	15 May 1967	1 Apr 1973
5.	N. N. Wanchoo	1 Apr 1973	10 Oct 1977
6.	Jothi Venkatachalam	14 Oct 1977	27 Oct 1982
7.	P. Ramachandran	27 Oct 1982	23 Feb 1988
8.	Ram Dulari Sinha	23 Feb 1988	12 Feb 1990
9.	Swaroop Singh	12 Feb 1990	20 Dec 1990
10.	T.N. Chaturvedi	25 Feb 2004	23 Jun 2004
11.	R.L. Bhatia	23 Jun 2004	10 Jul 2008
12.	R.S. Gavai	11 Jul 2008	7 Sep 2011
13.	M.O.H. Farook	8 Sep 2011	26 Jan 2012
14.	Hansraj Bhardwaj	26 Jan 2012	22 Mar 2013
15.	Nikhil Kumar	23 Mar 2013	5 Mar 2014
16.	Sheila Dikshit	5 Mar 2014	26 Aug 2014
17.	P Sathasivam	5 Sep 2014	5 Sep 2019
18.	Arif Mohammad Khan	6 Sep 2019	Incumbent

FAQs

Who was the first Governor of Kerala?

Burgula Ramakrishna Rao assumed the role of the inaugural Governor of Kerala in independent India, marking a significant moment in the state's governance.

Who is the current Governor of Kerala?

Arif Mohammad Khan took office as the current Governor of Kerala on September 6, 2019, playing a pivotal role in the state's governance.

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