Dr. Sudha Yadav Becomes Karnatakas Second Female Governor, Receives Warm Wishes from Leaders

Bengaluru, October 12 (Daily Kiran) : Dr. Sudha Yadav has been appointed as the second female governor of Karnataka, a significant milestone celebrated in Bengaluru. On Monday, Union Heavy Industries and Steel Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy extended his congratulations to Dr. Yadav, welcoming her to the state.

In a message shared on the social media platform X, Kumaraswamy expressed confidence that Dr. Yadav’s political experience and robust academic background would play a crucial role in strengthening constitutional values and contributing to the overall development of Karnataka. He stated, “I warmly welcome her to Karnataka. With her political experience and educational qualifications, I believe her tenure will further enhance the state’s constitutional values and aid in its comprehensive development.”

Kumaraswamy also wished Dr. Yadav a successful term, expressing hope that her guidance would benefit the welfare and service of the people of Karnataka.

BJP state president and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra also congratulated Dr. Yadav on her appointment. He highlighted her achievements as a gold medalist in chemistry from IIT Roorkee, a former MP from Mahendragarh, and the wife of Kargil martyr Deputy Commandant Sukbeer Singh Yadav. He emphasized her extensive experience in public life and sacrifice as she takes on her new role at the Raj Bhavan.

Vijayendra expressed confidence that under Dr. Yadav’s leadership as the constitutional head of the state, the principles of constitutional governance and the rule of law would be strengthened, ensuring the protection of every Kannadiga’s interests.

Shobha Karandlaje, the Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Labour and Employment, also congratulated Dr. Yadav and all newly appointed governors. She wished them wisdom, integrity, and dedication in their contributions to nation-building.

Dr. Sudha Yadav’s appointment marks a new chapter in the history of Karnataka’s Raj Bhavan, as she follows in the footsteps of V.S. Ramadevi, who served as governor from 1999 to 2002. Hailing from Motla Kalan village in Rewari district, Haryana, Dr. Yadav holds an MSc and a Ph.D. in chemistry from IIT Roorkee.

Her ascension to the governorship adds a notable chapter to Karnataka’s political landscape.