List of Deputy Chief Ministers of Manipur

FAQs on Deputy CM post of Manipur

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

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

• Who is the current Deputy Chief Minister of Manipur?

  As of 2025, Manipur does not have an officially designated Deputy Chief Minister in the current government led by Chief Minister N. Biren Singh of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).  

• Who appoints the Deputy Chief Minister of Manipur?

  The Chief Minister of Manipur, 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.

• Which political parties have held the Deputy CM post in Manipur?

  The National People's Party (NPP) held the Deputy CM post in the BJP-led coalition government between 2017 and 2022. The BJP has not appointed a Deputy CM in its current solo government since 2022.