Hari Babu Kambhampati Sworn in as the 27th Governor of Odisha
Hari Babu Kambhampati took the oath of office as Odisha’s 27th Governor on May 26, 2026, succeeding Raghubar Das. The oath was administered by Orissa High Court Chief Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh in a ceremony attended by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Leader of the Opposition Naveen Patnaik.
Hari Babu Kambhampati’s induction as the 27th Governor follows a Presidential warrant of appointment, formalizing his role as the state's constitutional head under Article 155. The ceremony, held on May 26, 2026, saw Chief Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh administer the oath of office. Kambhampati takes over from Raghubar Das, entering office as the state’s political landscape adjusts to a new administration under Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
The Governor acts as the vital link between the Union and the State. The attendance of both the current Chief Minister and former CM Naveen Patnaik reflects the continuity of democratic traditions during executive transitions. Beyond ceremonial duties, the Governor will oversee legislative procedures and exercise discretionary powers as the assembly begins its new sessions.
| Office | Individual |
|---|---|
| Newly Sworn Governor | Hari Babu Kambhampati |
| Chief Justice (Oath Administrator) | Chakradhari Sharan Singh |
| Outgoing Governor | Raghubar Das |
| Position Order | 27th Governor of Odisha |
Glossary
Article 155: The constitutional provision empowering the President of India to appoint a State Governor by warrant.
Raj Bhavan: The designated official residence and workplace for a state’s Governor.
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