Politics
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 |