India, Oct. 19 -- Dr Dhal Singh Bisen was sworn in as the new governor of Uttarakhand on Monday. He was administered the oath of office and secrecy by the acting chief justice of the Uttarakhand High Court, Manoj Kumar Tiwari.

After assuming office, Dr Bisen said, "Greetings to you all on this auspicious occasion. Paying my respects to the 'Devbhoomi' (Land of the Gods) of Uttarakhand, I begin by offering my heartfelt salutations to this sacred land and its magnificent people. I express my gratitude to the nation's top leadership for granting me the opportunity to serve this 'Devbhoomi.'

Dr Bisen's journey spans decades of public service across central and state politics.

Born on May 14, 1952, in Pipria, Seoni, Madhya Pradesh, Dr Bisen...