Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit has been given the additional charge of Punjab and the Union Territory of Chandigarh, according to an official statement issued on Friday. Purohit will replace V P Singh Badnore who has been discharging the duty as Governor as well as Administrator of Chandigarh. The appointment will come into effect from the date Purohit assumes charge of the office and will continue till regular arrangements are made.