President Droupadi Murmu has officially appointed senior BJP leader Nand Kishore Yadav as the new Governor of Nagaland. This significant announcement was made on March 5, 2026, as part of a wider reshuffle of governors across India. Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary immediately welcomed the decision and sent his best wishes to the veteran leader. This move brings a seasoned politician from Bihar to a key constitutional post in the Northeast.
What did Samrat Choudhary say about the appointment?
Samrat Choudhary expressed his happiness through a public statement shortly after the official order was released. He described Nand Kishore Yadav as a leader with immense experience and skillful behavior. Choudhary stated that these qualities would make Yadav an exemplary figure in the Raj Bhavan. The Deputy CM emphasized that the state of Nagaland will benefit greatly from the guidance of such a senior leader.
Nand Kishore Yadav has a long history in Bihar politics, having served as a Minister and the Speaker of the Bihar Assembly. His move to a gubernatorial role is seen as a strategic utilization of his administrative experience. The reaction from the Bihar government reflects the respect Yadav commands within the party and the administration.
Details of other major appointments
The appointment of Nand Kishore Yadav was not the only big change announced by the President’s office. Several other states also received new governors on the same day. This reshuffle is effective from the dates these officials assume charge of their respective offices.
- Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Syed Ata Hasnain has been appointed as the new Governor of Bihar, succeeding Rajendra Arlekar.
- R.N. Ravi has been transferred from Tamil Nadu to take charge as the Governor of West Bengal.
- Taranjit Singh Sandhu is the new Lieutenant Governor of Delhi.
