RAIPUR: Tribal leader Mohan Markam, who was replaced as Chhattisgarh Congress committee president a few days ago, was sworn in as a minister in the Bhupesh Baghel cabinet on Friday.
Governor Bishwabhusan Harichandan administered the oath of office and secrecy to Markam in the swearing-in ceremony held at Raj Bhawan. Chief minister Bhupesh Baghel, Vidhan Sabha speaker Dr. Charandas Mahant and a couple of ministers were among those present.
The tribal leader solemnly took the oath in Hindi, pledging his commitment to the position. Following the oath-taking, Governor Harichandan and Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel extended their wishes to Markam.