Nagaland government declares seven-day state mourning for Governor La Ganesan

Guwahati: The Nagaland government has declared seven days of state mourning from Saturday as a mark of respect to state Governor La Ganesan, who died in a hospital in Chennai.

A notification of Chief Secretary, Sentiyanger Imchen, said on Saturday that as a mark of respect to the departed La Ganesan, the Nagaland government has declared seven days of state mourning from August 16 to 22.

During this period, the National Flag would be flown at half-mast on all buildings where it is regularly flown.


Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio deeply condoled the death of Governor La. Ganesan.
In a condolence message, the Chief Minister said that he worked tirelessly to strengthen the bonds of unity and promote development in Nagaland.
"Despite holding the highest office in the state, he remained simple, humble, and deeply connected to the grassroots. His modest nature endeared him to the people and will continue to inspire generations. In my time of working with him, I came to know him as a man of integrity, principle, great wisdom, and moral strength, steadfast in his commitment to upholding the values of the Constitution. His life was a testament to selfless service, calm leadership, and an enduring devotion to the ideals of justice and unity," CM Rio said.

The Chief Minister said that the void left by his passing will be deeply felt, but we take comfort in the legacy of service, courage, and leadership he leaves behind. His contributions to the state and the Nation would be remembered with respect and gratitude, he said.

La. Ganesan was appointed as the Governor of Manipur, and he served the gubernatorial post of the state from August 27, 2021, to February 19, 2023. He was given an additional charge as Governor of West Bengal from July 18, 2022, to November 17, 2022.La Ganesan was appointed as the Governor of Nagaland and took the oath on February 20, 2023.