Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh

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The chief minister of Arunachal Pradesh is chief executive of the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh. As per the Constitution of India, the governor of Arunachal Pradesh is the state's de jure head, but de facto executive authority rests with the chief minister. Following elections to the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly, the governor usually invites the party with a majority of seats to form the government. The governor appoints the chief minister, whose council of ministers are collectively responsible to the assembly. Given that he has the confidence of the assembly, the chief minister's term is for five years and is subject to no term limits. Pema Khandu of the Bharatiya Janata Party is the current incumbent. Chief Minister also serves as Leader of the House in the Legislative Assembly.

Pema Khandu
Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh
In office
July 17, 2016 –
Personal details
Born August 21, 1979
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Political party Bharatiya Janata Party
Spouse(s) Tsering Dolma
Residence Official Residence of the Chief Minister, Arunachal Pradesh
Alma mater BA (History)

The current Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh is Pema Khandu.

Personal Life

Pema Khandu was born on August 21, 1979 and is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party.