Hari Babu Kambhampati Takes Oath as 27th Governor of Odisha

The Governor is not elected directly by the people. The Governor works on the advice of the Chief Minister and the Council of Ministers in most matters. However, in some situations, the Governor can use their own judgment.

Odisha Raj Bhavan

Raj Bhavan in Bhubaneswar is the official residence of the Governor of Odisha. It is a large and beautiful building. It hosts many official events, meetings, and ceremonies. The swearing-in ceremony of the new Governor took place here. Raj Bhavan also has a garden and a small museum. It is an important landmark in Bhubaneswar.

Odisha: A Quick Look

Odisha became a state on 1 April 1936. It was earlier called Orissa in official records. The state is known for its rich culture, temples, and coastline. The capital is Bhubaneswar. The state has a Legislative Assembly. The Chief Minister heads the elected government. The Governor is the constitutional head. Odisha is also famous for the Jagannath Temple, the Konark Sun Temple, and the Chilika Lake.

The Constitutional Provisions for Governor’s Oath

The oath that Hari Babu Kambhampati took is given in Article 159 of the Constitution. In the oath, the Governor swears:

• To faithfully execute the office

• To preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and the law

• To devote themselves to the service and well-being of the people of the state

The Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court administered this oath. After taking the oath, the Governor signed the oath register. Then the new Governor officially took charge.

A Smooth Transition

Raghubar Das resigned as Governor of Odisha before Kambhampati’s appointment. The resignation was accepted by the President. Then President Droupadi Murmu appointed Hari Babu Kambhampati as the new Governor on 24 December 2024. The transition was smooth and peaceful. Kambhampati thanked the President and said he would work for the development of Odisha.

Conclusion

Hari Babu Kambhampati’s swearing-in as the 27th Governor of Odisha marks a new chapter for the state. With his experience as the former Governor of Mizoram, he is well-prepared for this role. His visit to the Jagannath Temple shows his respect for Odisha’s traditions. The Governor plays a very important part in the state’s administration. We wish him all the best in his new position.

Exam-Focused Points

• Hari Babu Kambhampati  – 27th Governor of Odisha, sworn in on  3 January 2025 .

• Oath administered by  – Chief Justice  Chakradhari Sharan Singh  of Orissa High Court.

• Venue  –  Raj Bhavan, Bhubaneswar .

• Preceded by  – Raghubar Das (resigned).

• Previously served as  – Governor of Mizoram.

• Appointed by