Pawan Kalyan Appointed Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Janasena chief Pawan Kalyan appointed Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. |
| Date | June 14 |
| Portfolios Allocated | Panchayat Raj and Rural Development, Environment, Forests, and Science and Technology. |
| Government | Chandrababu Naidu-led Andhra Pradesh government. |
| About Pawan Kalyan | |
| Full Name | Konidela Pawan Kalyan |
| Date of Birth | September 2, 1968 |
| Professions | Indian politician, actor, martial artist, founder of Jana Sena Party. |
| Cinema Career | Primarily works in Telugu cinema, known for unique acting style and mannerisms. |
| Awards | Filmfare Award South, SIIMA Award, among others. |
| Political Career | Won from Pithapuram Assembly constituency in the recent elections. |
| Current Role | Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh; Minister of Panchayat Raj and Rural Development, Environment, Forests, and Science and Technology. |
| Legal Context | |
| Constitutional Reference | Article 163(1): Council of Ministers with the Chief Minister at the head to aid and advise the Governor. |
| Appointment of Ministers | Article 164(1): Chief Minister appointed by the Governor; other Ministers appointed by the Governor on the advice of the Chief Minister. |
| Position of Deputy CM | Not mentioned in the Constitution; understood as equivalent in rank to Cabinet Minister with same pay and perks. |