The three-time Khandu government of Arunachal Pradesh is set to convene its budget session starting July 19, marking a pivotal moment following its recent electoral success.
Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, holding the Finance and Planning portfolio, will present the annual financial statement for the 2024-25 fiscal on July 24 during the eight-day session, confirmed Assembly Secretary Kago Habung.
Key legislative initiatives including 'The Arunachal Pradesh Amending Bill, 2024', 'The Arunachal Pradesh Public Examination (Measures to Prevent Unfair Means in Recruitment) Bill, 2024', and 'The Balipara/Tirap/Sadiya Frontier Tract Jhum Land Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2024' are slated for introduction on the session's opening day, as announced by Habung.
The session will commence with a motion of thanks to the governor's address and will conclude on July 26, following meticulous planning by Assembly Speaker Tesam Pongte and the Business Advisory Committee.
Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik had previously addressed the assembly members during the initial session of the Eight Legislative Assembly on June 14 and 15, setting the stage for upcoming legislative deliberations.
Political dynamics in the state highlight widespread support for the BJP-led government, with all parties except Congress, represented by a lone MLA, extending unconditional backing.
The BJP commands a strong majority with 46 seats in the 60-member House, supported by five NPP legislators, three from NCP (Ajit Pawar), and two from PPA, alongside three independents.
Ahead of the session, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona, Deputy Speaker Kardo Nyigyor, and MLAs from various parties convened under the leadership of Speaker Pongte to finalize the agenda.
As preparations intensify, the budget session holds significant promise for legislative advancements and fiscal planning crucial to Arunachal Pradesh's governance agenda under the seasoned leadership of Chief Minister Pema Khandu.
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