Leadership
Leadership
Arunachal Pradesh's hydropower sector is led by distinguished officials at state and national levels, working together to promote sustainable energy development.
Constitutional Leadership
The state's overall governance is led by constitutional authorities whose vision shapes the hydropower development agenda:
Governor of Arunachal Pradesh
Lt. Gen. Kaiwalya Trivikram Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd.)
The 20th Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, Lieutenant General Parnaik is a decorated officer with 41 years of military service and commands national respect for his leadership and vision.
Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh
Shri Pema Khandu
The Chief Minister leads the state government and sets strategic priorities for hydropower development as a key pillar of state's economic growth and energy security.
Deputy Chief Minister and Power Portfolio
Shri Chowna Mein
The Deputy Chief Minister holds the crucial Power and Non-Conventional Energy Resources portfolio, providing direct oversight of the hydropower development strategy.
Department Leadership
Commissioner, Department of Hydropower Development
Shri Sonam Chombey
The Commissioner leads the Department of Hydropower Development and is responsible for policy implementation, project coordination, and regulatory oversight.
Email: commrdhpd.arn@gmail.com
Chief Engineers
The department employs five Chief Engineers managing basin-specific operations:
- Planning, Design & Coordination: Shri Taki Tain (9863190446)
- Siang Basin: Shri Karom Perme (9436040184)
- Dibang, Lohit & Tirap Basin: Shri Along Ketan (9436059399)
- Subansiri Basin: Shri T.U Taba (7005893359)
- Kameng Basin: Shri Moto Basar (9436011190)
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Administrative Support
Public Information Officer
Komli Mathew Pakmen, Under Secretary
Phone: 8731931119 Email: commrdhpd.arn@gmail.com Office: 3rd Floor, Block 3, Civil Secretariat, Itanagar
The PIO facilitates public access to information, manages grievances, and coordinates community engagement.
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