Paul sworn-in as Manipur governor

Meghalaya Governor K K Paul was today sworn-in as acting Governor of Manipur.

Manipur Chief Justice Laxmi Kant Mahapatra administered oath of office and secrecy to Paul during a function at Raj Bhavan which was attended by Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh, his cabinet colleagues and high civil and police officials.

Raj Bhavan sources said Paul "will act as Governor of Manipur till the new appointment was made."

The outgoing Governor V K Duggal was given a warm send off by the Chief Minister and his cabinet colleagues yesterday, sources added.