Devavrat took oath and officially assumed his new role. At 66, he has already completed five years as Gujarat Governor, a position he has held since July 22, 2019. Known as a strong supporter of natural farming, he has led awareness campaigns across Gujarat and several other states.

Between August 2015 and July 2019, he served as Governor of Himachal Pradesh. During that tenure, he promoted natural agriculture, cow protection, breed improvement, social harmony, water conservation, and the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao program. He also encouraged afforestation and anti-addiction drives.

As Chancellor of Gujarat’s 24 state universities, he has played a key role in education. His appointment as Chancellor of Gujarat Vidyapeeth in October 2022 sparked debate. Now, with the Maharashtra role, Devavrat is expected to balance responsibilities in both states while continuing his work in governance and social causes.

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President Droupadi Murmu had appointed Acharya Devvrat to take charge of Maharashtra in addition to his duties as Gujarat Governor. The appointment followed C.P. Radhakrishnan’s exit after his election as the Vice-President of India. Acharya Devvrat takes oath as Maharashtra Governor just days after the announcement from Rashtrapati Bhavan.

The swearing-in ceremony at Raj Bhavan drew the participation of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, senior ministers, bureaucrats, and police officers. Acharya Devvrat, known for his spiritual and educational background, chose Sanskrit for the oath, underlining his deep-rooted cultural ties.

At 66, Devvrat continues to serve Gujarat, where he has been Governor since 2019. He holds postgraduate degrees in Hindi and History, along with a doctorate in Naturopathy and Yogic Science. His appointment is seen as an effort to bring experienced leadership to Maharashtra while maintaining continuity in Gujarat.

The ceremony marked a significant moment for Maharashtra’s political landscape as the state welcomed a new constitutional head with strong academic, spiritual, and administrative credentials.

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