List of governors of Himachal Pradesh Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Governor of Himachal Pradesh
Incumbent Shiv Pratap Shukla since 13 February 2023
Style	His Excellency
Residence	Raj Bhavan; Shimla
Appointer	President of India
Term length	At the pleasure of the President
Inaugural holder	S. Chakravarti, ICS Retd.
Formation	25 January 1971; 54 years ago (1971-01-25)
Website	https://himachalrajbhavan.nic.in

The Governor of Himachal Pradesh is a very important person in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Think of them as the state's main representative. They are the constitutional head, which means they follow the rules of the country's constitution. The Governor makes sure the state government works properly. They also act as a link between the state and the central government of India.

Currently, Shiv Pratap Shukla is the Governor of Himachal Pradesh. He became the 22nd Governor in February 2023. It's interesting to know that out of all the regular governors, only three have completed their full time in office. These were S. Chakravarti (from 1971 to 1977), Vishnu Sadashiv Kokje (from 2003 to 2008), and Urmila Singh (from 2010 to 2015).

What Does a Governor Do?
- Key Responsibilities
  - How Governors are Chosen
History of Governors in Himachal Pradesh
- Notable Governors
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What Does a Governor Do?

The Governor has many important jobs. They are appointed by the President of India. They serve for a term that depends on the President's wishes. The Governor lives in a special house called the Raj Bhavan in Shimla.

Key Responsibilities

The Governor has several key duties. They make sure the state government follows the law. They also appoint the Chief Minister and other ministers. The Governor also has powers related to laws and money in the state.

How Governors are Chosen

The President of India chooses the Governor for each state. This person is usually someone with a lot of experience in public service. They must be an Indian citizen and at least 35 years old. The Governor acts as a bridge between the state and the central government.

History of Governors in Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh became a full state in 1971. Before that, it was a Union Territory. It had Lieutenant Governors who managed its affairs. After 1971, the role changed to a full Governor. The first Governor of Himachal Pradesh was S. Chakravarti.

Notable Governors

Over the years, many people have served as Governor of Himachal Pradesh. Each one has played a part in the state's development. Some governors have been from different parts of India. This shows the diverse nature of India's leadership.