Dona Paula, March 4 -- Former Chief Justice of Bombay High Court Sandeep Kashinath Shinde was sworn in as the new Lokayukta of Goa on Wednesday.

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant also attends the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Lokayukta at Raj Bhavan.

Speaking to ANI, Sawant said, "The Governor has administered the oath of office to Goa's new Lokayukta today. On behalf of the Goa government and the people of Goa, I heartily congratulate former Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, Mr Sandeep Shinde. He took the oath today and is taking charge from today. The post of Lokayukta had been vacant for many days, and his office was vacant. So, from today, he will take over the office and continue his work. My best wishes to him. ...