Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], October 19 : Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday congratulated Dhal Singh Bisen on taking the oath as the Governor of Uttarakhand, expressing confidence that the state would benefit from his political and administrative experience.
In a post on X, Dhami extended his wishes to Bisen and described his appointment as the ninth Governor as a matter of immense joy for the state.
“Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Dr Dhal Singh Bisen Ji on taking the oath as the Honourable Governor of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. Your appointment as the ninth Governor of Uttarakhand is a matter of immense joy for Devbhoomi,” he said.
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Dhami expressed confidence that Bisen's experience and commitment to public service would contribute to the state's governance. 
“It is with complete confidence that Uttarakhand will benefit from your extensive political and administrative experience as a guide. At the same time, your dedication to public service and constitutional decorum will further strengthen democratic values in the state. Heartfelt best wishes for a successful tenure,” he added.
Earlier in the day, Bisen took the oath of office as the Governor of Uttarakhand at Lok Bhavan in Dehradun. CM Dhami was also present at the swearing-in ceremony.
Speaking to the media after taking the oath, Bisen expressed gratitude to the national leadership for giving him the opportunity to serve the state, describing it as both a “Devbhoomi” and a “Veer Bhoomi”.
“I express my heartfelt gratitude to the nation’s top leadership for granting me the opportunity to serve this Devbhoomi. Uttarakhand is not merely a state; it is a centre of our faith and culture. It is the land of the four sacred Dhams and is also home to other profoundly divine and holy sites, such as Adi Kailash and Jageshwar Dham. This land is world-renowned for its unique tourist destinations. Beyond being a Devbhoomi, it is also a Veer Bhoomi where, in almost every family, at least one member serves in the armed forces to protect the nation,” he said.
Highlighting the contribution of the state's people, Bisen said Uttarakhand's women, youth and farmers were playing an important role in its development.
“The women of this state are remarkably empowered and inspiring, while its youth, farmers, and the entire society are exceptionally hardworking and resilient. It is for this reason that Uttarakhand is currently advancing rapidly across various stages of development,” he said.
Outlining his priorities as Governor, Bisen said he would focus on constitutional values and work with the state government and people to advance development and public welfare.
“As Governor, my primary objectives include upholding constitutional values, maintaining the dignity of this office, and, in collaboration with the state government and the people, accelerating initiatives in education, healthcare, agriculture, tourism, environmental conservation, employment, and public welfare. Ensuring peace, security, and prosperity for this Devbhoomi remains our ultimate goal,” he said.
Dhal Singh Bisen is a former Lok Sabha MP from Balaghat in Madhya Pradesh. He has served as an MLA and a Cabinet Minister in the Madhya Pradesh government, handling portfolios including School Education, Forest, Transport and Mines. He has also chaired the Madhya Pradesh Fourth State Finance Commission.