Executive Summary:
This notification from the Ministry of Home Affairs announces the appointment of Prof. Jagdish Mukhi as the Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The appointment is effective from August 22, 2016, and will continue until further orders. This decision is made by the President, exercising powers conferred by Article 239 of the Constitution.
Key Points / Main Content:
Appointment:
• Prof. Jagdish Mukhi is appointed as Lieutenant Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
• The appointment is effective from August 22, 2016.
• The appointment continues until further orders.
Authority:
• The President of India made the appointment.
• The authority is granted under Article 239(1) of the Constitution.
Impact Analysis:
President of India:
• Impact: Exercised constitutional powers to appoint the Lieutenant Governor.
• Action Required: None specified.
Prof. Jagdish Mukhi:
• Impact: Assumes the role of Lieutenant Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
• Action Required: Assume responsibilities and duties of the Lieutenant Governor.
Residents of Andaman and Nicobar Islands:
• Impact: Will be governed by the newly appointed Lieutenant Governor.
• Action Required: None specified.
Ministry of Home Affairs:
• Impact: Responsible for issuing the notification of appointment.
• Action Required: Ensure smooth transition and handover of responsibilities.
Key Entities Referenced
Article 239: Article of the Constitution of India mentioned in the notification.
Lieutenant Governor: The designation of the administrator being appointed.
Jagdish Mukhi: The person appointed as the Lieutenant Governor.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands: The Union Territory where Jagdish Mukhi is appointed as Lieutenant Governor.
Hitendra Kumar S. Makwana: Joint Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs.
August 22, 2016: Date of the notification.
Ministry of Home Affairs: The ministry responsible for the notification.
New Delhi: Location where the notification was issued.