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Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on 10‑day leave; replacement rumours surface
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 09:17 PM
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Governor Anandiben Patel has begun a ten‑day leave, traveling to Daman, prompting speculation that she may be replaced, officials say.
Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel commenced a ten‑day leave, with the administrative cadre service (ACS) confirming that she is currently visiting Daman and nearby areas. The leave, scheduled for ten days, was announced without prior public briefings.
The timing of the governor’s absence has sparked speculation in political circles that she could be replaced. Sources close to the state administration suggest that the central government is reviewing the gubernatorial post, though no official statement has been released.
The governor’s office has not commented on the rumours or the purpose of the trip, maintaining that the leave is routine. Analysts note that such speculation often arises when a governor’s term approaches its end or when there are shifts in the state’s political alignment.
If a replacement is considered, the decision would likely be communicated through the President’s office, as per constitutional protocol, and a new appointment could be announced before the current leave concludes.
The timing of the governor’s absence has sparked speculation in political circles that she could be replaced. Sources close to the state administration suggest that the central government is reviewing the gubernatorial post, though no official statement has been released.
The governor’s office has not commented on the rumours or the purpose of the trip, maintaining that the leave is routine. Analysts note that such speculation often arises when a governor’s term approaches its end or when there are shifts in the state’s political alignment.
If a replacement is considered, the decision would likely be communicated through the President’s office, as per constitutional protocol, and a new appointment could be announced before the current leave concludes.