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BJP Confirms Pema Khandu Will Continue as Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister
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🗓 23 Jul 2026, 06:06 PM
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The Bharatiya Janata Party has stated that Pema Khandu will not be replaced as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, reaffirming his position amid speculation of a leadership change.
India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has clarified that Pema Khandu will remain the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, dismissing reports of a leadership shuffle.
The statement was issued by the party's state unit following speculation that Khandu might be replaced amid intra‑party tensions.
Khandu, who has led the state since 2017, has overseen significant infrastructure projects and maintained a stable political climate in the northeastern region.
The BJP's confirmation is seen as a move to preserve continuity and project unity ahead of upcoming elections.
The statement was issued by the party's state unit following speculation that Khandu might be replaced amid intra‑party tensions.
Khandu, who has led the state since 2017, has overseen significant infrastructure projects and maintained a stable political climate in the northeastern region.
The BJP's confirmation is seen as a move to preserve continuity and project unity ahead of upcoming elections.