Jishnu Dev Varma sworn in as new Governor
Telangana High Court Chief Justice Alok Aradhe administered the oath of office to Verma after state Chief Secretary Shanti Kumari read out the warrant of appointment issued by President Draupadi Murmu. Former Tripura Deputy Chief Minister Jishnu Dev Verma was sworn in as the new Governor of Telangana at a simple and colourful ceremony at the Raj Bhavan in Hyderabad on Wednesday.
Telangana High Court Chief Justice Alok Aradhe administered the oath of office to Verma after state Chief Secretary Shanti Kumari read out the warrant of appointment issued by President Draupadi Murmu. Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, other Cabinet colleagues, Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy, MLAs and senior leaders of various political parties attended the event.
Chief Minister and his Cabinet colleagues and Chief Secretary
Earlier in the day, the Chief Minister and his Cabinet colleagues and Chief Secretary accorded a rousing welcome to Verma at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Shamshabad. Armed police personnel accorded him a guard of honour.
Verma, who was appointed governor on July 27, replaced CP Radhakrishnan, who was holding additional charge of Telangana along with Jharkhand since March. Earlier, Tamilisai Soundararajan contested the Lok Sabha elections from Tamil Nadu.
New Maharashtra Governor appointed
Radhakrishnan, who was also holding the charge of Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, has now been appointed as the new Governor of Maharashtra. 67-year-old Verma is the fourth Governor of Telangana. Earlier, all three governors E S L Narasimhan, Tamilisai Soundararajan and Radhakrishnan are from Tamil Nadu.
Verma, who joined the BJP from the Congress in 1993, served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Tripura from 2018 to 2023. He also held the responsibility of the ministries of power, rural development, panchayat raj, finance, planning, science and technology and environment. He lost the assembly elections from Charilam in Sipahijala district of Tripura in 2023.
A journey of transformation guided by values
Congratulating the Telangana Government led by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, he said, “Let us together embark on a journey of transformation guided by the values of democracy, justice, compassion and our great Constitution.
Our vision for Telangana is of sustainable development, where economic growth goes hand in hand with social equity and environmental protection. Education and empowerment of our youth will be our primary focus, as they are our greatest asset. By providing quality education and opportunities, we can pave the way for a brighter future.
Healthcare is another critical sector
We must ensure that every citizen has access to quality healthcare services, including preventive measures and public health initiatives. Our agriculture sector, which is the backbone of our economy, also needs continued support and innovation.
I am deeply committed to promoting inclusiveness and social justice. Our society can flourish only when every individual, regardless of their background, has an opportunity to succeed. We must work together to eliminate inequalities and create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.
Calls upon citizens to join hands in building such a future
I call upon all citizens of Telangana to join hands in building a future that is inclusive, equitable and sustainable. Let us build a society where every individual can thrive and prosper. By fostering unity and cooperation, we can overcome any challenge and achieve our collective goals.
Assumption of office as Telangana Governor
Jishnu Dev Varma assumed charge as Telangana Governor on Wednesday. Chief Justice of Telangana High Court Alok Aradhe administered the oath of office to Verma at the Raj Bhavan. The swearing-in ceremony was attended by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, Union Coal and Mining Minister G Kishan Reddy, state ministers and other dignitaries. Revanth later introduced his Cabinet colleagues to the new Governor.
Descendant of erstwhile Tripura royal family
Born on August 15, 1957, Verma was a senior BJP leader from Tripura, a descendant of the erstwhile Tripura royal family. He joined the BJP in 1990 and participated in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. It is noteworthy that President Draupadi Murmu had appointed the former Deputy Chief Minister of Tripura, removing CP Radhakrishnan, who had the additional charge of Governor of the state along with Jharkhand.
Jishnu Dev Varma was sworn in as the new Governor of Telangana, succeeding the previous officeholder. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Raj Bhavan in Hyderabad, where Varma took the oath of office administered by the Chief Justice of the Telangana High Court. With a background in administration and governance, Varma is expected to bring his experience and leadership skills to his new role.
His appointment is anticipated to strengthen the state’s governance and further its development initiatives. The Telangana government and citizens look forward to his tenure with optimism and hope.
Conclusion
Telangana’s new Governor Jishnu Dev Varma on Wednesday, July 31, pledged to uphold the principles of impartiality, integrity and fairness. Hours after taking oath as governor, Verma said in a message that he will discharge his duties with utmost diligence and ensure that the democratic process and constitutional mandate are respected at all times.
Verma, a former deputy chief minister of Tripura, said it was his privilege to serve the people of Telangana, a state renowned for its diverse culture, rich heritage and unparalleled beauty.
