Arunachal Pradesh

30 Apr

In the Arunachal district, officials stress the importance of road safety

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Deputy Commissioner P N Thungon chaired the Siang district's District Road Safety Committee (DRSC) meeting on Tuesday. The purpose of the meeting was to evaluate the state of current road safety initiatives and develop new strategies for lowering traffic accidents in the district. According to Section 215 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the meeting was attended by representatives from the public works department, transportation department, police, health, education, and urban development, among other important stakeholders. This clause requires the establishment of district-level committees to support and counsel the state government on policy development, enforcement coordination, and road safety promotion.…

29 Apr

At the National Program, Meghalaya and Arunachal Youth Celebrate Unity

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The national youth exposure program, which is being held in the Tawang area of Arunachal Pradesh from April 27 to April 30, is involving 66 young participants and more than 10 officials from Meghalaya. The event, which is being organised by the Meghalaya Sports and Youth Affairs Directorate in partnership with the Arunachal Pradesh Youth Affairs Department, intends to foster youth personal development, cultural interchange, and national integration. In a ceremony attended by Deputy Commissioner Kanki Darang, the program was formally launched at Tawang on Monday morning. Dr. D W Thongon, the Tawang police superintendent, and Meghalaya's youth coordinator were…

26 Apr

According to officials, 16 out of 27 Arunachal districts are malaria-free

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In Arunachal Pradesh, 16 out of 27 districts have been declared malaria-free, marking a significant progress in public health and a significant turning point in the state's efforts to eradicate the illness, a health department official said. Speaking at the World Malaria Day 2025 celebrations held in Naharlagun on Friday with the theme "Malaria Ends with Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite," Health Services deputy director Dr. KT Mulung praised the tireless efforts of medical professionals, community volunteers, and field staff who made the event possible. NCVBDC's state program officer, Dr. Mulung, reiterated the department's objective of doing away with malaria in…

25 Apr

Arunachal’s Dirang forest fire has been extinguished with no casualties

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A massive forest fire that had spread over several acres in the Nadipar forest near Dirang town, which is situated in the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, was contained. No property damage or human casualties were reported, according to authorities. The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), local police, fire services, administrative teams, and local citizens worked together to suppress the fire, which posed a serious threat because it was close to inhabited areas, according to Dirang MLA Phurpa Tsering. The event comes after a similar issue in February, when a fire started in the same district's Tenga market area. Gajraj…

24 Apr

The Arunachal district gets ready for the monsoon season’s challenges

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Anjaw deputy commissioner Millo Kojin conducted a high-level readiness meeting on Wednesday in anticipation of the South West Monsoon and possible hot temperatures. Superintendent of Police Rike Kamsi, Hayuliang ADC Julity Mihu, administrative officers, department heads, disaster management officials, and representatives from the police, health, and civil society sectors were among the important stakeholders who attended the meeting. Speaking at the event, Kojin underlined the need for proactive preparation and smooth departmental collaboration in order to successfully address issues like road obstructions, floods, landslides, and heat-related health hazards that frequently accompany the monsoon season. In order to guarantee prompt and…

23 Apr

Arunachal and Japan will discuss further cooperation as peace foundation chief visits Itanagar

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A high-level Japanese delegation led by Itsu Adachi, Executive Director of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation, met with Arunachal Pradesh officials to discuss ways to expand cooperation in fields like technology, education, and sustainable development. Member of Parliament Tapir Gao was there as Chief Minister Pema Khandu welcomed the visit. He underlined the growing potential of the partnership between Japan and India, particularly for Arunachal Pradesh. The talks focused on practical initiatives such as student and cultural exchange programs, political engagement, and the introduction of Japanese innovations to uplift local industries and farming. In a tweet, Khandu said, "Together, we aim…

22 Apr

Buddhist tourism is promoted by Arunachal as Namsai holds an international conference

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The cultural importance of Namsai was highlighted by Chowna Mein, the Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, at the International Conclave on Buddha Dhamma and the Culture of North-East India. He said that the area of Namsai, which is situated on the state's eastern border, is still a vibrant example of the ancient Buddhist customs that still influence the lives of its residents. Mein emphasized the significance of Buddhist celebrations such as the recently concluded Songpa Water Festival and called for the creation of a Buddhist tourism circuit in the state during the conclave. "Socio-religious festivals are deeply ingrained in…

21 Apr

Local farmers in Shi Yomi district received fish seeds from Arunachal CM Khandu

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Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu gave fish seeds to local farmers in Shi Yomi district in a major step to support sustainable lives and increase fish production close to the Indo-China border. The Department of Fisheries is leading the effort, which aims to increase prospects for self-employment by promoting fish culture in isolated border areas. The distribution event was held at the well-known Trout Fish Farm in Dechenthang hamlet, which is near Mechuka town and around 30 kilometers from the India-China border. Pasang Dorjee Sona, a local MLA and Minister, joined the Chief Minister in urging young people to…

19 Apr

Arunachal Pradesh is now home to 12 power projects with a combined capacity of 11,517 MW

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According to an official here on Friday, the state government has undertaken ambitious transmission and distribution infrastructure projects to prepare the state for immediate power evacuation and distribution, given the numerous hydropower projects with a combined generation capacity of 11517 MW currently under way in Arunachal Pradesh. According to a senior Power Department official, the three Hydro CPSUs—National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd. (SJVN), and North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Ltd. (NEEPCO)—commissioned 12 projects with a total installed capacity of roughly 11,517 MW. According to the official, just 1% of the more than 58,000 MW of…

17 Apr

Arunachal Pradesh will host an international conclave on Buddha Dhamma

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In April 21–22, 2025, the Multipurpose Cultural Hall in Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh, will host a two-day international conclave titled "Buddha Dhamma and the Culture of North-East India," organized by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The purpose of the event is to draw attention to the long-lasting impact of Buddhist legacy and philosophy in North-East India, an area rich in many Buddhist traditions. Prominent luminaries are anticipated to attend the summit, including Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Pema Khandu and the state's deputy chief minister, Shri Chowna Mein. For the Theravāda,…