Mizoram, a picturesque state nestled in the northeastern part of India, has witnessed a succession of Governors who have played integral roles in the region’s governance and development. As the highest constitutional authority in the state, the Governor serves as the representative of the President of India and plays a crucial role in overseeing the functioning of the state government. Let’s delve into the list of former Governors who have left their mark on Mizoram.
Governors of Mizoram
The Governor, serving as the highest constitutional authority in the state, acts as the head of Mizoram and represents the central government within its borders. In accordance with the Indian Constitution, the Governor holds the esteemed position of being the foremost citizen of the state. Presently, Kambhampati Hari Babu fulfills this crucial role in Mizoram. Their primary responsibility lies in facilitating the efficient operation of state administration and serving as a vital bridge between Mizoram and the union government.
First Governor of Mizoram
Hiteswar Saikia assumed office as the inaugural Governor of Mizoram from February 20, 1987, to April 30, 1989. His tenure marked the early stages of statehood, overseeing Mizoram’s transition as an independent entity within the Indian Union. Saikia’s leadership laid the groundwork for subsequent administrations, shaping the state’s governance and development trajectory.
Current Governor of Mizoram
Kambhampati Hari Babu, an Indian political figure, currently serves as the Governor of Mizoram. He made history by becoming the first individual from Andhra Pradesh and the initial Telugu representative to hold this position in Mizoram. With prior experience as a Member of Parliament and State Unit President of the BJP in Andhra Pradesh, Babu brings a wealth of political acumen to his role in Mizoram.
List of Former Governors of Mizoram
The Governor, serving as the highest constitutional authority in the state, acts as the head of Mizoram and represents the central government within its borders.
Here is the complete list of former Governors of Mizoram:
List of Former Governors of Mizoram | |||
S. No. | Name | From | To |
1. | Hiteswar Saikia | 20 Feb 1987 | 30 Apr 1989 |
2. | General K. V. Krishna Rao | 01 May 1989 | 20 Jul 1989 |
3. | Capt W. A. Sangma | 21 Jul 1989 | 07 Feb 1990 |
4. | Swaraj Kaushal | 08 Feb 1990 | 09 Feb 1993 |
5. | P. R. Kyndiah | 10 Feb 1993 | 28 Jan 1998 |
6. | Dr. Arun Prasad Mukherjee | 29 Jan 1998 | 02 May 1998 |
7. | A. Padmanabhan | 02 May 1998 | 30 Nov 2000 |
8. | Ved Marwah | 01 Dec 2000 | 17 May 2001 |
9. | Amolak Rattan Kohli | 18 May 2001 | 24 Jun 2006 |
10. | Lt. Gen. M. M. Lakhera | 25 Jun 2006 | 02 Sep 2011 |
11. | Vakkom Purushottam | 02 Sep 2011 | 06 Jul 2014 |
12. | Kamla Beniwal | 06 Jul 2014 | 06 Aug 2014 |
13. | Vinod Kumar Duggal | 08 Aug 2014 | 15 Sep 2014 |
14. | K. K. Paul | 16 Sep 2014 | 08 Jan 2015 |
15. | Aziz Qureshi | 09 Jan 2015 | 28 Mar 2015 |
16. | Keshari Nath Tripathi | 04 Apr 2015 | 25 May 2015 |
17. | Lt. General Nirbhay Sharma | 26 May 2015 | 28 May 2018 |
18. | Kummanam Rajasekharan | 29 May 2018 | 08 Mar 2019 |
19. | Jagdish Mukhi | 09 Mar 2019 | 25 Oct 2019 |
20. | P. S. Sreedharan Pillai | 25 Oct 2019 | 06 Jul 2021 |
21. | Kambhampati Hari Babu | 07 Jul 2021 | Incumbent |