Since the formation of Uttarakhand, eight governors have been chosen. The first governor of Uttarakhand, Surjit Singh Barnala, held office from 9 March 2000 to 7 January 2003.
Surjit Singh Barnala was a prominent figure in Indian politics and an Administrative Officer. He was the first Governor of Uttarakhand state from 2000 to 2003. He held the position of Governor of Tamil Nadu, Punjab, and Andhra Pradesh in India from 2004 to 2009. He also served as the Chief Minister of Punjab from 1985 to 1987. Barnala played a major role in Indian politics, advocating for social transformation and a step forward to Indian independence. He was recognized for his leadership and belief in human rights.
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Governors Of Uttarakhand
| Sq | Governor | From Date | To Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Surjit Singh Barnala | 09-11-2000 | 07-01-2003 |
| 2 | Sudarshan Agarwal | 08-01-2003 | 28-10-2007 |
| 3 | Banwari Lal Joshi | 29-10-2007 | 05-08-2009 |
| 4 | Margaret Alva | 06-08-2009 | 14-05-2012 |
| 5 | Aziz Qureshi | 15-05-2012 | 07-01-2015 |
| 6 | Krishan Kant Paul | 08-01-2015 | 25-08-2018 |
| 7 | Baby Rani Maurya | 26-08-2018 | 14-09-2021 |
| 8 | Gurmit Singh | 15-09-2021 | Incumbent |
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20 Blissful Hill Station
The state of Uttarakhand is home to a number of picturesque hill stations that not only give relief from the sweltering heat of the plains but also a revitalising opportunity to spend some time in the company of the Himalayas. These hill stations, like as Mussoorie and Nainital, are more than just lovely retreats; they also serve as entryways to the crisp mountain air, verdant mountain scenery, and breathtaking vistas.
27 Thrilling Caves
The caverns of Uttarakhand's rocky terrain each hold their own unique world of enchantment and intrigue, waiting to be discovered. These caverns, such as the Robber's Cave in Dehradun and the Patal Bhuvaneshwar Cave in Kumaon, invite explorers and adventurers to go deep into the embrace of the soil. The caves of Uttarakhand are similar to natural time capsules in that they preserve geological characteristics as well as legends that have persisted for hundreds of years.
