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List of Former Governors of Manipur (1972-2024)

The northeastern state of Manipur, nestled amidst the lush greenery of the region, has been witness to a series of distinguished individuals who have served as Governors, guiding the state through various phases of its development and governance. Let’s take a journey through the list of former Governors of Manipur, each leaving an imprint on the state’s administrative landscape.

Governors of Manipur

The Governor of Manipur is the ceremonial head and the official envoy of the President of India in the state. Appointed by the President, the Governor serves a term of five years. Anusuiya Uikey is the current Governor, appointed as the 17th incumbent by President Droupadi Murmu on February 12, 2023.

Inaugural Governor of Manipur

File:Braj Kumar Nehru with Kennedy (cropped).jpg - Wikipedia

Braj Kumar Nehru, fondly known as B. K. Nehru, assumed office as the inaugural Governor of Manipur on January 21, 1972. His tenure, which lasted until September 20, 1973, laid the foundation for the state’s governance post its attainment of statehood, setting a precedent for subsequent gubernatorial appointments in Manipur.

Current Governor of Manipur

Anusuiya Uike takes oath as Governor of Manipur - The Hindu

Anusuiya Uikey presently serves as the 17th Governor of Manipur, having assumed office on February 12, 2023, following her appointment by President Droupadi Murmu. As the official representative of the President of India in Manipur, Governor Uikey plays a pivotal role in upholding the state’s governance and fostering socio-economic development.

List of Former Governors of Manipur (1972-2024)

The Governor of Manipur is the ceremonial head and the official envoy of the President of India in the state. Appointed by the President, the Governor serves a term of five years.

Check the complete list of former Governors of Manipur from 1972 to 2024:

List of Former Governors of Manipur
S. No. Name From To
1. B.K. Nehru 21 Jan 1972 20 Sep 1973
2. L.P. Singh 21 Sep 1973 11 Aug 1981
3. S.M.H. Burney 18 Aug 1981 11 Jun 1984
4. K.V. Krishna Rao 12 Jun 1984 07 Jul 1989
5. Chintamani Ranigrahi 10 Jul 1989 19 Mar 1993
6. K.V. Raghunatha Reddy 20 Mar 1993 30 Aug 1993
7. Lt. Gen. V.K. Nayar 31 Aug 1993 22 Dec 1994
8. O.N. Shrivastava 23 Dec 1994 11 Feb 1999
9. Ved Marwah 02 Dec 1999 12 Jun 2003
10. Arvind Dave 13 Jun 2003 05 Aug 2004
11. Shivinder Singh Sandhu 06 Aug 2004 22 Jul 2008
12. Gurbachan Jagat 23 Jul 2008 22 Jul 2013
13. Ashwani Kumar 23 Jul 2013 31 Dec 2013
14. Vinod Duggal 31 Dec 2013 28 Aug 2014
15. K.K. Paul 16 Sep 2014 15 May 2015
16. Syed Ahmed 16 May 2015 27 Sep 2015
17. V. Shanmuganathan 30 Sep 2015 17 Aug 2016
18. Najma A. Heptulla 21 Aug 2016 26 Jun 2019
19. Padmanabha Acharya 27 Jun 2019 23 Jul 2019
20. Najma Heptulla 24 Jul 2019 26 Aug 2021
21. La. Ganesan 27 Aug 2021 12 Feb 2023
22. Anusiya Uikey 12 Feb 2023 Incumbent

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FAQs

Who was the first Governor of Manipur?

Braj Kumar Nehru, also known as B. K. Nehru, was the first Governor of Manipur. He assumed office on January 21, 1972, and served until September 20, 1973, laying the foundation for governance in the newly formed state.

Who is the current Governor of Manipur?

Anusuiya Uikey presently serves as the 17th Governor of Manipur, having assumed office on February 12, 2023, following her appointment by President Droupadi Murmu.

How many Governors have served Manipur since its inception?

From 1972 to 2024, there have been 17 Governors who have served Manipur, including the current incumbent, Anusuiya Uikey.

How is the Governor of Manipur appointed?

The Governor of Manipur is appointed by the President of India. They serve a term of five years, although this term can be cut short if the President dismisses them or they resign.

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