Dr Bhargav Mallappa presented a portrait of Sathya Sai Baba to Kerala Governor Om Prakash Mathur during his oath-taking ceremony in Thiruvananthapuram
Keralam: Dr Bhargav Mallappa, founder and National Chairman of the Akhila Sevak Samaj Council (ASSC), presented a portrait of Sathya Sai Baba to Om Prakash Mathur during the Governor’s oath-taking ceremony at Lok Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram on October 27, 2026.
Mathur formally assumed office as the 29th Governor of Keralam. The ceremony brought together senior state officials, public representatives and other dignitaries.
Justice Soumen Sen, Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court, administered the oath of office. Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan, Speaker Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan, state ministers and other representatives attended the event.
Mallappa Highlights Sathya Sai Baba’s Teachings
Mallappa said he presented the portrait as a gesture of respect and to highlight the values associated with Sathya Sai Baba’s teachings.
He said the spiritual leader’s message of love, compassion, unity and service continued to inspire people across generations. Mallappa also described selfless service and humanity as important values behind the gesture.
Om Prakash Mathur Assumes Office
Mathur previously served as the Governor of Sikkim. He succeeded Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, who was appointed Governor of Tamil Nadu, according to the supplied information.
Mallappa leads the Akhila Sevak Samaj Council, an organisation that focuses on social service and community welfare initiatives. Through the presentation, he sought to draw attention to spirituality, compassion and service as principles that can guide community-focused work.
