Mehbooba Mufti made history on April 4, 2016, by becoming the first woman to serve as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. She is a significant political figure in the region and the daughter of the late Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, who also served as Chief Minister. Mehbooba Mufti is the president of the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), a party she helped establish in 1999.

Her tenure as Chief Minister was marked by efforts to bring stability and development to the region. She played a crucial role in continuing the coalition government formed between the PDP and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after her father's demise. Her leadership was seen as a step forward in promoting women's participation in the politics of Jammu and Kashmir.

Mehbooba Mufti's rise to this prominent position reflects her dedication to public service and her commitment to addressing the challenges faced by the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Her tenure is remembered for its focus on governance, development, and efforts to maintain peace in the region.