BJP MP Dinesh Sharma appointed Andaman and Nicobar Lieutenant Governor

BJP Rajya Sabha MP Dinesh Sharma has been appointed Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The former Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister said the post was a commitment to the Constitution, the nation and public service.BJP Rajya Sabha MP Dinesh Sharma was appointed Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. (Photo- X/@NandiGuptaBJP)BJP Rajya Sabha MP Dinesh Sharma was appointed Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on Saturday, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a late-night communique.Sharma, 62, will succeed Admiral D K Joshi (retd), who has served as the lieutenant governor of the Union Territory since October 8, 2017."The President of India is pleased to appoint Dr. Dinesh Sharma as Lt. Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands with effect from the date he assumes charge of his office," the Rashtrapati Bhavan said.Following his appointment, Sharma expressed gratitude to President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and the BJP's central leadership in a post on X. "Hon'ble President, Hon'ble Prime Minister, Hon'ble Home Minister, and the party's central leadership—my heartfelt thanks," Sharma said. MP Dinesh Sharma on X He thanked senior leaders, well-wishers, friends and citizens for their continued support and blessings, saying the new responsibility was not merely a position but a commitment to the Constitution, the nation and public service. "I pledge to fulfill this duty with complete devotion, honesty, and dedication," he said, adding that he hoped their affection, trust and blessings would continue.Sharma, a former deputy chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, is currently a BJP member of the Rajya Sabha and serves as its vice chairperson. His term in the Upper House was scheduled to end on November 25.- Endswith agency inputsPublished By: Zafar ZaidiPublished On: Sep 6, 2026 04:23 IST