K Kailashnathan Sworn in as Puducherry's 25th Lt Governor

Former IAS officer K Kailashnathan was sworn in as the 25th Lt Governor of Puducherry at Raj Nivas. The oath was administered by Acting Chief Justice D Krishnakumar, with various officials and dignitaries in attendance. The ceremony included a guard of honor from the Puducherry police.

Former IAS officer K Kailashnathan was officially sworn in as the 25th Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry on Wednesday during a formal ceremony held at Raj Nivas.

Acting Chief Justice of the Madras High Court, Justice D Krishnakumar, administered the oath of office and secrecy to the new Lt Governor. Chief Secretary to Puducherry Administration Sharat Chauhan read out the warrant of appointment, recently issued by President Droupadi Murmu.

The event was attended by Chief Minister N Rangasamy, his cabinet members, Puducherry Assembly Speaker R Selvam, Deputy Speaker P Rajavelu, several legislators, high-ranking police officials, opposition leaders, and various organizational representatives. Following the ceremony, Kailashnathan was presented with a guard of honor by the Puducherry police.

(With inputs from agencies.)