TDP veteran back in spotlight: In rare NDA move, Ashok Gajapathi Raju named Goa governor; royal lineage in focus

Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, a TDP veteran and former civil aviation minister, has been named the new Governor of Goa. The 74-year-old, from the Vizianagaram royal family, previously served in Andhra Pradesh state government and as a Union Minister before resigning over special status disagreements. His appointment marks a notable shift, as coalition partners often prioritize ministerial positions.