Gangtok | Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Friday attended the swearing-in of Om Prakash Mathur as the governor of Keralam.
Tamang also offered prayers at the Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram for peace and prosperity of Sikkim.
Mathur served as the 18th governor of Sikkim from July 31, 2024 to October 19 this year, before being appointed as the governor of Keralam. Dushyant Kumar Gautam was sworn in as the 19th governor of Sikkim on October 19.
Tamang, in a social media post, congratulated Mathur and expressed confidence that his experience and distinguished public service would guide him in discharging his responsibilities.
"His vast experience, distinguished public service, and commitment to the nation will undoubtedly continue to guide him in discharging his responsibilities with wisdom, dedication and integrity," he added.
The CM wished Mathur a successful tenure, saying he hoped the latter's new assignment would contribute to the progress, prosperity and well-being of the people of Keralam.
The CM said he also visited the Padmanabhaswamy Temple along with Mathur and offered prayers.
Tamang said he prayed for the peace, prosperity and well-being of the people of Sikkim, and for the continued progress, happiness and harmony of the Himalayan state.
Describing the visit as a blessed experience, he expressed hope that the divine grace of Lord Padmanabhaswamy would continue to guide and protect the people of Sikkim.
