**Ajay Kumar Bhalla Takes on Additional Role as Nagaland Governor**
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**Ajay Kumar Bhalla Takes on Additional Role as Nagaland Governor**
On Saturday, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, the Governor of Manipur, was appointed to also serve as the Governor of Nagaland after the unfortunate passing of La Ganesan. The announcement was made through a communique from the President’s office, which stated, “Consequent upon the demise of Shri La Ganesan, Governor of Nagaland, the President of India has appointed Shri Ajay Kumar Bhalla, Governor of Manipur, to discharge the functions of the Governor of Nagaland, in addition to his own duties.”
La Ganesan, who was 80 years old, passed away on Friday while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Chennai, as confirmed by a Raj Bhavan official in Kohima.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences regarding Ganesan’s death, describing him as a devout nationalist and a significant figure in the expansion of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Tamil Nadu. In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi reflected on Ganesan’s dedication to service and his passion for Tamil culture, stating, “Pained by the passing of Nagaland Governor Thiru La. Ganesan Ji. He will be remembered as a devout nationalist, who dedicated his life to service and nation-building.”
K. Annamalai, a prominent leader in the Tamil Nadu BJP, also shared his sorrow over Ganesan’s passing, calling it a significant loss for the Tamil community and extending his condolences to Ganesan’s family.
As Ajay Kumar Bhalla steps into this additional role, it remains to be seen how his leadership will shape the governance of Nagaland during this transitional period.
**FAQ**
**What led to Ajay Kumar Bhalla’s appointment as Nagaland Governor?**
Ajay Kumar Bhalla was appointed as the Governor of Nagaland following the death of La Ganesan, who passed away while undergoing treatment in Chennai.
