Odisha Governor / Governor-Designate Braj Mohan Ram Arrives in Odisha; Swearing-In Tomorrow

Bhubaneswar, Oct 17: Odisha Governor-designate Braj Mohan Ram on Saturday received a warm welcome upon his arrival at the Biju Patnaik International Airport here on Saturday, officials said.

The Governor-designate was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour at the airport. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy, Chief Secretary Anu Garg, Director General of Police Vinaytosh Mishra and other senior officials were present at the airport to receive him.

Appointed by President Droupadi Murmu on October 12, Ram will take the oath of office and secrecy at the newly constructed Abhishek Hall of Lok Bhavan on October 18. The ceremony will mark the formal beginning of his tenure as the constitutional head of the State.

Soon after arriving in the State capital, Ram proceeded to Puri to offer prayers at the Shree Jagannath Temple. His visit to the shrine comes ahead of assuming office, a gesture often regarded as symbolic of seeking blessings before taking on constitutional responsibilities in Odisha.

Preparations for the oath-taking ceremony have been completed, with several political leaders, senior bureaucrats and invited dignitaries expected to attend the event. The swearing-in will formally conclude the transition following the appointment of a new Governor for the State.

Speaking to reporters, Ram outlined his broad priorities, indicating that employment generation, healthcare, education and the welfare of farmers would remain areas of focus. He said he intended to work in close coordination with the State government while engaging with citizens to better understand Odisha's developmental aspirations and challenges.

Ram succeeds Hari Babu Kambhampati as Governor of Odisha.