PM Modi praises Karnataka Governor Sudha Yadav for national service
The Prime Minister recalled the sacrifice of the Governor's husband, who was martyred during the 1999 Kargil War.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday praised Karnataka Governor Sudha Yadav for her dedication to national service during the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Prashanti Kutiram at S-VYASA University in Bengaluru, according to reports by Deccan Herald, Moneycontrol and The New Indian Express.
Speaking at the event, the Prime Minister recalled that the Governor's husband, Sukhbir Singh Yadav, was martyred during the 1999 Kargil War while serving as a Deputy Commandant in the Border Security Force (BSF).
Modi said that the lives of Sudha Yadav and her family exemplify commitment to the nation. He noted that she has kept her vow to serve the country in her husband's memory and continues to work with a spirit of service.
The Prime Minister also acknowledged her years in Parliament, stating she had guided discussions on several national issues. He added that she is now contributing to the peace and prosperity of the people of Karnataka.
Sudha Yadav, who assumed office as the 20th Governor of Karnataka on October 16, 2026, is a former BJP parliamentarian from Haryana. She previously served as a member of the 13th Lok Sabha from Mahendragarh between 1999 and 2004.
The Governor holds a PhD in Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee and has served on the BJP Parliamentary Board.