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Sikkim Bar Association Calls on President to Postpone Dushyant Gautam’s Governor Swearing‑In
✍️ Sikkimexpress
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 11:32 AM
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The Bar Association of Sikkim has formally requested the President of India to delay the swearing‑in ceremony of Dushyant Gautam, who has been appointed as the Governor of the state.
The Bar Association of Sikkim (BAS) has sent a formal letter to the President of India urging a postponement of the swearing‑in of Dushyant Gautam, the newly appointed Governor of the state. The letter cites concerns over the timing and procedural aspects of the appointment.
BAS highlighted that the Governor’s role is pivotal in state governance and that a delay could allow for a smoother transition. The association also expressed a desire for a transparent process that aligns with constitutional norms.
The request comes as the central government prepares to formalise Gautam’s appointment. No official response from the President’s office has been released yet.
The move has drawn attention from political observers who note that the Governor’s office in Sikkim has historically been a sensitive post, often reflecting broader federal-state dynamics.
BAS highlighted that the Governor’s role is pivotal in state governance and that a delay could allow for a smoother transition. The association also expressed a desire for a transparent process that aligns with constitutional norms.
The request comes as the central government prepares to formalise Gautam’s appointment. No official response from the President’s office has been released yet.
The move has drawn attention from political observers who note that the Governor’s office in Sikkim has historically been a sensitive post, often reflecting broader federal-state dynamics.