On April 6, 2025, the Supreme Court of India ordered the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to initiate a preliminary inquiry into alleged irregularities in public works contracts awarded by the Arunachal Pradesh government to firms linked to Chief Minister Pema Khandu's family. The inquiry will examine contracts awarded from November 2015 to 2025, with a focus on contracts totaling approximately ₹1,270 crore (roughly $153 million USD). The court mandated that the CBI complete its preliminary inquiry within 16 weeks and file a status report. The state government has been instructed to fully cooperate, appointing a nodal officer to facilitate the investigation and ensuring that no records are destroyed. Allegations include favoritism in awarding contracts to firms owned by Khandu's relatives, including his spouse and nephew. The inquiry follows a petition filed by the Save Mon Region Federation and Voluntary Arunachal Sena, which raised concerns about bias in contract awards and sought either a CBI investigation or a Special Investigation Team. The court's order reflects ongoing scrutiny of public procurement processes and adherence to ethical guidelines for government officials.