Panaji, Jul 14 (PTI) Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Monday welcomed the appointment of former civil aviation minister Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju as the new governor of Goa, saying the government will work closely with him for the state's development.
Sawant lauded Raju as a seasoned statesman with vast administrative and parliamentary experience.
Raju will replace P S Sreedharan Pillai, who assumed office in July 2021.
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday appointed Raju as the governor of Goa, according to an official communique.
Sawant in a post on X said he, on behalf of the people of Goa, welcomes Ashok Gajapathi Raju as the governor of this beautiful state.
"A seasoned statesman with vast administrative and parliamentary experience, his guidance will be invaluable as we continue our journey towards Viksit Goa 2037," Sawant said.
"We look forward to working closely with Hon'ble Governor Raju Ji to further the development and welfare of every Goan," he added.
CM Sawant hails appointment of Ashok Gajapathi Raju as Goa governor calls him seasoned statesman
PTI
Updated: July 14, 2025 16:29 IST
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