In a ceremony at Dorjee Khandu Convention Hall, BJP leader Pema Khandu was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for the third time. He was joined by other elected BJP leaders who took oath as Cabinet Ministers. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the G7 leaders summit in Italy, where India will raise issues of global significance like ongoing conflicts and challenges to the global economy and supply chains. What to watchout for today? Andhra Pradesh's Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidy will be signing files related to poll promises and taking charge of his office in Amaravati. In other news, the newly elected BJP government in Odisha fulfills its poll promise of reopening the gates of Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri and Odisha ministers witness the ceremonial event.
Chief Minister Pema Khandu Sworn In for Third Term in Arunachal Pradesh
In a ceremony held at Dorjee Khandu Convention Hall, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Pema Khandu was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for the third time. Joining Khandu were other elected BJP leaders who took oath as Cabinet Ministers.
This is Khandu's third consecutive term as Chief Minister, making him the first person to hold the position for three terms. He is credited with bringing stability and development to the state during his previous tenures.
Prime Minister Modi to Attend G7 Summit
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to attend the G7 leaders summit in Italy, where India will participate as a special invitee. The summit is expected to address issues of global significance, including ongoing conflicts, challenges to the global economy, and supply chain disruptions.
Andhra Pradesh CM Naidy Takes Office
In Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidy has assumed office in Amaravati. Naidy was re-elected for a second term in the recent state elections. During his swearing-in ceremony, he signed files related to his poll promises.
Odisha BJP Government Reopens Jagannath Temple
The newly elected BJP government in Odisha has fulfilled one of its poll promises by reopening the gates of Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri. The temple had been closed to devotees for over a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Odisha ministers witnessed the ceremonial event as the gates were reopened, allowing devotees to resume their pilgrimages.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers:
Q: What are the key issues India will raise at the G7 summit? A: India is expected to highlight global conflicts, challenges to the global economy, and supply chain disruptions.
Q: How long has Pema Khandu served as Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh? A: Khandu has been Chief Minister for nine years, including three consecutive terms.
Q: What is the significance of the reopening of Jagannath Temple in Puri? A: The temple is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus and its reopening signifies the easing of COVID-19 restrictions.
Q: How did N Chandrababu Naidy perform in the recent Andhra Pradesh elections? A: Naidy was re-elected for a second term as Chief Minister.
Q: When did the COVID-19 pandemic force the closure of Jagannath Temple? A: The temple closed in March 2020 due to the pandemic.
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