The governor of Rajasthan, Kalyan Singh took additional charge as the governor of Himachal Pradesh.
The Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court, Mansoor Ahmed Mir gave oath of office as the 26th governor of Himachal Pradesh.
Speaking to media here in Shimla's Raj Bhawan, he said that he is pleased to follow the orders of the President Pranab Mukherjee.
He also said that he has an emotional bonding with the state of Himachal Pradesh and would discharge the duty as governor of Himachal Pradesh.
The President has earlier this month asked Rajasthan Governor Kalyan Singh to discharge the functions of the Governor of Himachal Pradesh, in addition to his own duties, till further orders.
Kalyan Singh takes on his new responsibilities in the wake of Urmila Singh completing her tenure on January 24, 2015.
Meanwhile, former chief minister of Himachal Pradesh and BJP leader, Prem Kumar Dhumal said it is welcome time for them to receive Singh as the governor of Himachal Pradesh.