Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, India
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has welcomed the recent directive of the Supreme Court of India ordering a preliminary inquiry into alleged irregularities in contracts reportedly worth around ₹1,270 crore.
Responding to the development in Itanagar, Khandu expressed confidence in his position and maintained that no wrongdoing had occurred. “I welcome the Supreme Court directive and am confident there was no wrongdoing on my part. I can say this with 100 percent assurance,” he stated.
The Supreme Court has directed a preliminary probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation to examine the contracts and submit a report within 16 weeks. The purpose of this inquiry is to determine whether a full-scale investigation is required.
Khandu acknowledged that the issue has a long history, noting that the matter has been under discussion and scrutiny for over a decade. He described the case as complex and ongoing for the past 10 to 15 years, indicating that multiple aspects may need to be reviewed during the inquiry.
Welcoming the judicial intervention, the Chief Minister said that the directive would help bring clarity and closure to the matter. “The Supreme Court directing a logical conclusion is a welcome step,” he remarked, signaling support for the legal process.
He also assured full cooperation from the state government in the investigation. “From my side and my government, we fully welcome the preliminary investigation and will cooperate fully with the CBI,” Khandu added, emphasizing transparency and accountability.
The directive has brought renewed focus on the issue, with the preliminary inquiry expected to assess key aspects of the contracts before determining the need for further action. The outcome of the probe will play a crucial role in shaping the next course of events.
Khandu’s response reflects a stance of openness and confidence, as the state government prepares to cooperate with the investigation while awaiting the findings of the preliminary report.
