Pema Khandu is the current and one of the most dynamic political leaders of Arunachal Pradesh, serving as its Chief Minister since July 2016. Born on August 21, 1979, in Tawang district, he is the son of the late Dorjee Khandu, a former Chief Minister of the state. Pema Khandu stepped into politics following his father’s death in a helicopter crash in 2011 and quickly rose through the ranks. Initially a member of the Indian National Congress, he later joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), leading a major political shift in the region. As Chief Minister, Pema Khandu has been focused on infrastructure development, digital governance, connectivity, and youth empowerment. Under his leadership, Arunachal Pradesh has seen improvements in road networks, healthcare facilities, tourism infrastructure, and administrative transparency. He is also known for promoting eco-tourism and supporting traditional tribal values while encouraging modern education and technology. Khandu is widely appreciated for his youthful approach to governance and for being accessible to the public, making him one of the most popular leaders in the Northeast. With a vision for a more connected and developed Arunachal Pradesh, Khandu continues to work toward integrating remote areas, uplifting tribal communities, and driving sustainable economic growth in the state.