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Full list of Governors of Puducherry: From 1954 to present

Puducherry, also known as Pondicherry, is a union territory located on the southeastern coast of India. In this article, you will find the names of all the people who have served as the governor of Puducherry.

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Full list of Governors of Puducherry: From 1954 to present

Puducherry, also known as Pondicherry, is a union territory located on the southeastern coast of India. It was a French colonial settlement for nearly 300 years and retains a distinct cultural identity, with a blend of Indian and French influences. The city is known for its picturesque colonial architecture, tree-lined boulevards, and scenic beaches. Despite its small size, Puducherry offers a unique blend of cultures and history that makes it a must-visit destination in India. In this article, you will find the names of all the people who have served as the governor of Puducherry. 

Sl.No Governor From To
1 Kiran Bedi "May 28 2016" (incumbent)
2 A. K. Singh "July 12 2014" 26 May 2016
3 Virendra Kataria 10 July 2013 11 July 2014
4 Iqbal Singh 27 July 2009 "July 9 2013"
5 Surjit Singh Barnala 9 April 2009 27 July 2009
6 Govind Singh Gurjar 23 July 2008 "April 6 2009"
7 Bhopinder Singh 15 March 2008 22 Jul 2008
8 Mukut Mithi 19 July 2006 12 March 2008
9 M. M. Lakhera "July 7 2004" "July 18 2006"
10 Nagendra Nath Jha 5 January 2004 "July 6 2004"
11 P.S. Rama Mohan Rao 27 October 2003 "January 5 2004"
12 K. R. Malkani 31 July 2002 "October 27 2003"
13 Rajani Rai 23 April 1998 "July 29 2002"
14 Rajendra Kumari Bajpai 2 May 1995 "April 22 1998"
15 Marri Channa Reddy 31 May 1993 1 May 1995
16 Bishma Narain Singh 6 February 1993 "May 31 1993"
17 Har Swarup Singh 19 December 1990 "February 5 1993"
18 Chandrawati 19 February 1990 "December 18 1990"
19 Ranjit Singh Dyal 22 June 1988 19 February 1990
20 Tribhuvan Prasad Tewary 1 October 1984 "June 21 1988"
21 S.L. Khurana 18 June 1984 30 Sep 1984
22 Kona Prabhakara Rao 2 Sep 1983 "June 17 1984"
23 K.M. Chandy 15 May 1982 "August 5 1983"
24 R.N. Haldipur 27 July 1981 "May 14 1982"
25 Sri Sadiq 16 April 1981 "July 26 1981"
26 Ram Kishore Vyas 1 November 1980 "April 15 1981"
27 B.T Kulakarni 30 August 1976 "October 31 1980"
28 Chhedilal 8 November 1972 "August 29 1976"
29 B.D. Jatti 14 October 1968 "November 7 1972"
30 S.L. Silam 14 October 1963 "October 13 1968"
31 K.J. Somasundaram 2 August 1963 13 October 1963
32 Sisir Kumar Dutta 2 May 1961 1 August 1963
33 Lal Ram Saran Singh 30 August 1958 8 February 1961
34 M.K. Kripalani 17 November 1956 27 August 1958
35 Kewal Singh 21 October 1954 16 November 1956
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