List of Former Governors of Odisha

Odisha, formerly known as Orissa, holds a rich tapestry of history, culture, and governance within its bounds. As one of the eastern states of India, it has witnessed the stewardship of numerous leaders who have held the prestigious position of Governor. These individuals have played pivotal roles in shaping the trajectory of Odisha’s development and governance. In this article, we delve into the annals of history to compile a comprehensive list of former Governors of Odisha, highlighting their contributions and legacies.

Governors of Odisha

The Governor of Odisha, currently Raghubar Das, serves as the state’s foremost representative and ensures the smooth functioning of its administration. They act as a vital link between the state and the central government. Here is a concise list of past Governors of Odisha, along with their respective terms of service, showcasing their contributions to the state’s governance.

Inaugural Governor of Odisha

Sir John Austen Hubback served as the inaugural Governor of Odisha, holding office from April 1, 1936, to August 11, 1938, and again from December 1938 to March 31, 1941. Appointed by the President for a 5-year term, he wielded executive authority over administration, appointments, and removals within the state.

Current Governor of Odisha

Raghubar Das assumed office as the current Governor of Odisha on October 19, 2023, and remains in the position. Appointed by the President, he holds executive authority over the state’s affairs. As the incumbent, his tenure signifies a period of governance and representation at the helm of Odisha’s administration.

List of Former Governors of Odisha

The Governor holds the highest position in the state and acts as the liaison between the central government and the state. According to the Indian Constitution, the Governor is considered the foremost citizen of the state, symbolizing its unity and representation at the national level.

Here is the complete list of former Governors of Odisha:

Former Governors of Odisha
S. No.	Name	From	To
1.	Sir John Austen Hubback	01 Apr 1936	11 Aug 1938
2.	George Townsend Boag	11 Aug 1938	07 Dec 1938
3.	Sir John Austen Hubback	08 Dec 1938	31 Mar 1941
4.	Howthorne Lewis	01 Apr 1941	31 Mar 1946
5.	Chandulal Madhavlal Trivedi	01 Apr 1946	14 Aug 1947
6.	Kailash Nath Katju	15 Aug 1947	20 Jun 1948
7.	Asaf Ali	21 Jun 1948	05 May 1951
8.	V. P. Menon	06 May 1951	17 Jul 1951
9.	Asaf Ali	18 Jul 1951	06 Jun 1952
10.	Fazal Ali	07 Jun 1952	09 Feb 1954
11.	P. S. Kumaraswamy Raja	10 Feb 1954	11 Sep 1956
12.	Bhim Sen Sachar	12 Sep 1956	31 Jul 1957
13.	Yeshwant Narayan Sukthankar	31 Jul 1957	15 Sep 1962
14.	Ajudhia Nath Khosla	16 Sep 1962	05 Aug 1966
15.	Khaleel Ahmed	05 Aug 1966	11 Sep 1966
16.	Ajudhia Nath Khosla	12 Sep 1966	30 Jan 1968
17.	Shaukatullah Shah Ansari	31 Jan 1968	20 Sep 1971
18.	Sardar Yojendra Singh	20 Sep 1971	30 Jun 1972
19.	Gati Krushna Misra	01 Jul 1972	08 Nov 1972
20.	Basappa Danappa Jatti	08 Nov 1972	20 Aug 1974
21.	Gati Krushna Misra	21 Aug 1974	25 Oct 1974
22.	Akbar Ali Khan	25 Oct 1974	17 Apr 1976
23.	Shiva Narayan Shankar	17 Apr 1976	07 Feb 1977
24.	Harcharan Singh Brar	07 Feb 1977	22 Sep 1977
25.	Bhagwat Dayal Sharma	23 Sep 1977	30 Apr 1980
26.	Cheppudira Muthana	30 Apr 1980	30 Sep 1980
27.	S. K. Ray	01 Oct 1980	03 Nov 1980
28.	Cheppudira Muthana	04 Nov 1980	24 Jun 1982
29.	Ranganath Misra	25 Jun 1982	31 Aug 1982
30.	Chepuudira Muthana	01 Sep 1982	17 Aug 1983
31.	Bishambhar Nath Pande	17 Aug 1983	20 Nov 1988
32.	Saiyid Nurul Hasan	20 Nov 1988	06 Feb 1990
33.	Yagya Dutt Sharma	07 Feb 1990	01 Feb 1993
34.	Saiyid Nurul Hasan	01 Feb 1993	31 May 1993
35.	B. Satya Narayan Reddy	01 Jun 1993	17 Jun 1995
36.	Gopala Ramanujam	18 Jun 1995	30 Jan 1997
37.	K.V. Raghunatha Reddy	31 Jan 1997	12 Feb 1997
38.	Gopala Ramanujam	13 Feb 1997	13 Dec 1997
39.	K. V. Raghunatha Reddy	13 Dec 1997	27 Apr 1998
40.	C. Rangarajan	27 Apr 1998	14 Nov 1999
41.	M. M. Rajendran	15 Nov 1999	17 Nov 2004
42.	Rameshwar Thakur	18 Nov 2004	21 Aug 2007
43.	Murlidhar Chandrakant Bhandare	21 Aug 2007	09 Mar 2013
44.	S.C. Jamir	09 Mar 2013	20 Mar 2018
45.	Satya Pal Malik	21 Mar 2018	29 May 2018
46.	Prof. Ganesh Lal	29 May 2018	19 October 2023
47.	Raghubar Das	19 October 2023	Incumbent