Pema Khandu, a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for the third consecutive term. The oath-taking ceremony, held at the DK State Convention Centre in Itanagar, was graced by distinguished dignitaries including Union Ministers Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Kiren Rijiju, and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Khandu’s re-election follows his unanimous selection as the leader of the BJP Legislature Party in Arunachal Pradesh, ensuring his continuation in office. His political journey began in 2016 when he first assumed the role of Chief Minister, marking a steady ascent in regional leadership.
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- Pema Khandu, aged 44, has been sworn in as Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for the third consecutive term.
- The oath-taking ceremony took place at the DK State Convention Centre in Itanagar.
- Distinguished guests included Union Ministers Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Kiren Rijiju, and Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma.
- Khandu was unanimously elected as the leader of the BJP Legislature Party in the state.
- His journey as Chief Minister began in 2016, marking his initial term in office.
- The BJP secured a significant victory with 46 out of 60 seats in the Arunachal Pradesh assembly.
- Khandu’s appointment followed an invitation from Governor Lieutenant General KT Parnaik (retd.) to form the government.
- Prior to the elections, BJP won ten seats uncontested in the state assembly.
- His leadership has seen continuity amidst the BJP’s strong electoral performance in Arunachal Pradesh.
- The swearing-in ceremony signifies a continuation of Khandu’s administration with a renewed mandate from the people.
