C P Radhakrishnan Sworn in as Maharashtra Governor: A Storied Political Journey

C P Radhakrishnan was sworn in as the Governor of Maharashtra, succeeding Ramesh Bais. The ceremony was attended by notable dignitaries, including Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Radhakrishnan has a long political history, having served as Governor of Jharkhand and held various significant positions in Tamil Nadu politics.

C P Radhakrishnan was officially sworn in as the Governor of Maharashtra on Wednesday evening. Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, administered the oath of office and secrecy.

Notable dignitaries including Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, and other senior officials attended the ceremony held at Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan. Following the oath, Radhakrishnan was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour by the Indian Navy.

Radhakrishnan, who previously served as the Governor of Jharkhand for one and a half years, brings with him over four decades of political experience. He has held various positions in Tamil Nadu politics, including state executive committee member of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, Tamil Nadu BJP chief, and chairman of the Coir Board, Kochi.