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Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju to Take Oath as Goa’s New Governor on July 26

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PANAJI, JULY 16: Goa is set to welcome a new constitutional head as Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, veteran politician and senior leader of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), will be sworn in as Governor of Goa on July 26 at Raj Bhavan, Panaji.

The official announcement came from Rashtrapati Bhavan, with President Droupadi Murmu approving Raju’s appointment. He will replace PS Sreedharan Pillai, who has served as Goa’s Governor since July 2021.

A respected figure in Indian politics, Raju brings with him a legacy of administrative acumen and public service. A member of the royal family of Vizianagaram, Raju has held several ministerial portfolios in Andhra Pradesh, including finance, excise, revenue, and legislative affairs. At the national level, he served as Union Civil Aviation Minister from May 2014 to March 2018 under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first term. His resignation came after the TDP exited the NDA in protest over the Centre’s stance on Andhra Pradesh’s special status.

His swearing-in represents a political milestone — the first time an NDA ally has been appointed to a gubernatorial post during the current regime, symbolizing both political outreach and trust in experienced allies.

Outgoing Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai, a two-time Kerala BJP president and practising lawyer, had previously served as Governor of Mizoram before taking charge in Goa.

The ceremony on July 26 is expected to be attended by high-ranking officials, political leaders, and dignitaries from across the country.

Events in Goa

GOA RAJ BHAVAN ORGANISES ‘SARVA DHARMA SADASU’ TO CONDEMN PAKISTAN’S UNETHICAL ACTS AGAINST INDIA

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May 10, 2025

In a powerful display of national unity and interfaith solidarity, the Goa Raj Bhavan today organized a ‘Sarva Dharma Sadasu’ (All-Religious Gathering) to collectively condemn the unethical and unwarranted actions of Pakistan against India. The event was held at the historic Durbar Hall of Raj Bhavan, Goa.

The gathering saw the participation of prominent religious leaders and representatives from various faiths including Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, and Sikhism. The solemn assembly was convened to express unwavering support for the Indian Armed Forces and the Union Government for their steadfast efforts in defending the nation’s sovereignty and integrity.

The Governor of Goa, Shri P. S. Sreedharan Pillai, and Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, graced the occasion and addressed the gathering. In his address, the Governor emphasized the importance of unity and the timeless power of truth. “Dharma is truth, and truth will always prevail. Ultimately, evil will fail,” he stated, urging all citizens to stand united for the nation.
Religious leaders who spoke at the event included:
Padma Shri Awardee Adhyatm Shiromani Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swamiji, Fr. Lawrence, Fr. Noel D’Costa, Shri Gurmej Singh and Maulana Mohd. Irfan Raza.

Each speaker expressed heartfelt prayers and messages of support for the soldiers and the central leadership working tirelessly to safeguard India.


The ‘Sarva Dharma Sadasu’ served as a significant symbol of national unity and spiritual resilience, showcasing that irrespective of religious background, the people of India stand together in the face of external aggression.