Meghalaya, the abode of clouds, has been graced by the stewardship of several distinguished individuals who served as Governors, shaping the state’s trajectory with their wisdom and vision. Let’s delve into the roster of former Governors who have left an indelible mark on Meghalaya’s history.
The Governor holds a pivotal position as the highest authority in the state, representing the central government’s interests. In Meghalaya, Phagu Chauhan currently serves as the Governor. According to the Indian Constitution, the Governor is considered the foremost citizen of the state. Their primary responsibilities include overseeing the efficient operation of state affairs and facilitating communication between the state and the central government. Below is a comprehensive compilation of all individuals who have served as Governors of Meghalaya along with their respective terms of service.
Braj Kumar Nehru, inaugurated as the inaugural Governor of Meghalaya on April 1, 1970, served until September 18, 1973. His tenure marked the beginning of governance in the newly formed state, laying the foundation for its administrative framework and development trajectory.
Shri Phagu Chauhan, a seasoned Indian politician born on January 1, 1948, currently holds the esteemed position of Governor of Meghalaya, appointed on 13th February 2023. Prior to this, he served as the 29th Governor of Bihar. With a wealth of experience, he continues to oversee the state’s governance with diligence and dedication.
The Governor holds a pivotal position as the highest authority in the state, representing the central government’s interests. Here is the complete list of former Governors of Meghalaya:
| Former Governors of Meghalaya | |||
| S. No. | Name | From | To |
| 1. | Braj Kumar Nehru | 01 Apr 1970 | 18 Sep 1973 |
| 2. | Lallan Prasad Singh | 19 Sep 1973 | 10 Aug 1981 |
| 3. | Prakash Malhotra | 11 Aug 1981 | 28 Mar 1984 |
| 4. | Tribeni Sahai Misra | 29 Mar 1984 | 15 Apr 1984 |
| 5. | Bhishma Narain Singh | 16 Apr 1984 | 10 May 1989 |
| 6. | Harideo Joshi | 11 May 1989 | 26 Jul 1989 |
| 7. | Abubakar Abdul Rahim | 27 Jul 1989 | 08 May 1990 |
| 8. | Madhukar Dighe | 09 May 1990 | 18 Jun 1995 |
| 9. | M.M. Jacob | 19 Jun 1995 | 11 Apr 2007 |
| 10. | Banwari Lal Joshi | 12 Apr 2007 | 28 Oct 2007 |
| 11. | Shivinder Singh Sindhu | 29 Oct 2007 | 30 Jun 2008 |
| 12. | Ranjit Shekhar Mooshahary | 01 Jul 2008 | 30 Jun 2013 |
| 13. | Krishan Kant Paul | 01 Jul 2013 | 06 Jan 2015 |
| 14. | Keshari Nath Tripathi | 06 Jan 2015 | 19 May 2015 |
| 15. | V. Shanmuganthan | 20 May 2015 | 27 Jan 2017 |
| 16. | Banwarilal Purohit | 27 Jan 2017 | 05 Oct 2017 |
| 17. | Ganga Prasad | 05 Oct 2017 | 25 Aug 2018 |
| 18. | Tathagata Roy | 25 Aug 2018 | 18 Dec 2019 |
| 19. | R. N. Ravi | 18 Dec 2019 | 26 Jan 2020 |
| 20. | Tathagata Roy | 27 Jan 2020 | 18 Aug 2020 |
| 21. | Satya Pal Malik | 18 Aug 2020 | 03 Oct 2022 |
| 22. | B. D. Mishra | 04 Oct 2022 | 12 Feb 2023 |
| 23. | Phagu Chauhan | 13 Feb 2023 | Incumbent |
Braj Kumar Nehru, inaugurated as the inaugural Governor of Meghalaya on April 1, 1970, served until September 18, 1973.
Shri Phagu Chauhan, a seasoned Indian politician born on January 1, 1948, currently holds the esteemed position of Governor of Meghalaya, appointed on 13th February 2023.
The Governor holds a pivotal position as the highest authority in the state, representing the central government's interests.
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