Arunachal CM Pema Khandu Brings Reforms 3.0 with Focus on Governance, Data Digitisation

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has introduced Reforms 3.0, aimed at enhancing governance and accelerating the digitisation of administrative processes. The initiative includes 24 citizen-centric measures as part of a transformative journey impacting citizens’ lives and aspirations.

Pema Khandu was sworn in for his third consecutive term as Chief Minister on Thursday.

During a cabinet meeting chaired by CM Khandu, it was resolved that governance reforms would be a top priority. The cabinet decided to achieve 100 percent digitisation of the Finance and Planning Departments to ensure all government payments are made digitally.

Among the approved decisions, a policy think tank named the Institute for Transforming Arunachal (ITA) will be established to foster innovation in governance and facilitate socio-economic transformation.

Additionally, a Digital Asset Inventory will be created for all public infrastructure, including schools, hospitals (SHCs, PHCs, District Hospitals), and Anganwadi Kendras, to ensure efficient planning and utilisation of public assets.

The cabinet also resolved to establish an Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) to provide recommendations for improving organizational structure, recruitment, and staffing policies. The goal is to build a lean, efficient, and agile administrative structure with maximum technology adoption.

According to a release from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), the Cabinet resolved to ensure 100 percent physical and digital connectivity to all unconnected villages and administrative headquarters. A detailed action plan will be prepared to enhance citizens’ quality of life through improved connectivity.