List of Deputy Chief Ministers of Arunachal Pradesh

FAQs on Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh

• Who is the current Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh?

  The current Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh is Chowna Mein. He has been holding this position since July 17, 2016, and continues to serve under the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government.  

• Can there be more than one Deputy Chief Minister in Arunachal Pradesh?

  Yes, Arunachal Pradesh can have more than one Deputy Chief Minister, especially when the ruling party wishes to balance power among different regions or communities.

• Who appoints the Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh?

  The Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, in consultation with the party leadership, appoints the Deputy Chief Minister(s) as part of the state cabinet.

• Do Deputy Chief Ministers have the same powers as the Chief Minister?

  No, Deputy Chief Ministers do not have the same powers as the Chief Minister. They primarily assist the Chief Minister and take over responsibilities when the Chief Minister is unavailable.

• Since when is Chowna Mein serving as Deputy CM?

  Chowna Mein has been serving as the Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh since July 17, 2016. He became the longest-serving incumbent Deputy Chief Minister in India as of March 2025.