Who is the Governor of Assam and Manipur in 2024?

The correct answer is Lakshman Prasad Acharya . Key Points Lakshman Prasad Acharya was officially sworn in as the Governor of Assam on July 30, 2024 , at the Raj Bhavan in Guwahati. He was appointed by the President of India , Droupadi Murmu , to succeed Gulab Chand Kataria , who was reassigned as the Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Chandigarh. In addition to his primary role in Assam, he was granted the additional charge of the Governor of Manipur , taking over from Anusuiya Uikey . Prior to his current dual responsibility in the Northeast, he served as the Governor of Sikkim from February 2023 to July 2024. He has an extensive political background in Uttar Pradesh , where he served as a member of the Legislative Council (MLC) before his gubernatorial appointments. Additional Information Vikas Lakhera : Major General Vikas Lakhera took over as the 21st Director General of Assam Rifles (DGAR) in August 2024 . He has extensive experience in the Northeast region , having previously commanded the IGAR (North) in Kohima. Arvinder Singh Sahney : He was appointed as the Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) in November 2024 . He previously served as the Executive Director in charge of Petrochemicals at the same organization. Ajay Kumar Bhalla : He is a retired IAS officer who served a long tenure as the Union Home Secretary of India. He was succeeded by Govind Mohan in August 2024 following the completion of his extended term. Constitutional Context : Under Article 155 , the Governor is appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal. The 7th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1956 facilitated the appointment of the same person as Governor for two or more states .