Maharashtra Guv Bhagat Singh Koshyari 'desires' to step down, PM Modi informed

Bhagat Singh Koshyari: Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Monday, said that he has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asking him to discharge him of all political responsibilities. 

Raj Bhavan issues a statement

After Bhagat Singh Koshiyari informed media about his wish to step down as the Governor of financial capital, Raj Bhavan released a statement. "Governor Koshyari has expressed his desire to spend the rest of his life in reading, writing and other leisurely activities," a statement issued by Raj Bhavan said.

What Bhagat Singh Koshyari said

"It was an absolute honour and privilege for me to serve as the Rajya Sevak or Rajyapal of a great State like Maharashtra – the land of Saints, Social reformers and valiant fighters," Koshyari said.

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