President Droupadi Murmu has accepted the resignation of Banwarilal Purohit as the Governor of Punjab and Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh. Alongside this, she has announced new appointments for governors in various states and a reshuffle of several positions.
Resignation of Banwarilal Purohit
Banwarilal Purohit, aged 83, resigned from his position in February, citing personal reasons. His resignation letter stated, “Due to personal reasons and certain other commitments, I tender my resignation from the post of Governor and Administrator of UT Chandigarh. Please accept the same and oblige.” Purohit’s tenure in Punjab, which began in September 2021, was marked by frequent conflicts with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government.
New Governor Appointments
The President has announced the following new governor appointments:
Reshuffles
Conclusion
These changes mark a significant shift in administrative leadership across several states and Union Territories, impacting governance and political dynamics in the regions affected.