Arunachal Pradesh

14 Sep

Tragic train accident claims life of man, injures child in Arunachal

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

A tragic accident in Arunachal Pradesh's Lower Siang district claimed the life of a 52-year-old man and left his seven-year-old grandchild injured when a train collided with their vehicle on Friday. The incident occurred around 3:50 p.m. near Pale village, Dimow, as the car attempted to cross the railway tracks. The vehicle was hit by the Murkongselek-Tezpur special train, which dragged the car for nearly a kilometer, according to GRP assistant sub-inspector Ganesh Hazarika. The victim, identified as Rigo Riba, a sub-inspector in the Indian Reserve Battalion, was traveling from Pasighat in East Siang district to his native village. Riba…

13 Sep

Kamlesh Paswan increases funding for Arunachal Pradesh

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Union Minister of State for Rural Development Kamlesh Paswan announced a three-fold increase in the budget allocation for the region, aimed at accelerating its growth in line with other parts of the country. Speaking at the Solung festival in Ruksin, East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh, Paswan reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to fast-tracking projects in the Northeast, following the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "Significant progress is already visible in sectors such as power, education, healthcare, agriculture, tourism, and infrastructure development," Paswan stated. He urged collaborative efforts to ensure that government schemes reach those in need, saying, "We must…

12 Sep

Ratu Techi’s school tour aims to boost education quality

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Sagalee Assembly constituency’s newly elected MLA, Ratu Techi, has initiated a major push for educational reforms in Arunachal Pradesh’s Papum Pare district. The former superintending engineer of the Public Works Department recently completed an extensive tour of government schools, aiming to assess the condition of education and implement significant changes. Over the course of a week, Techi, along with local leaders and administrative officials, visited schools in six circles—Silsango, Mengio, Parang, Leporiang, Sagalee, and Toru. His inspection tour aligns with the state government's preparation for rolling out the New Education Policy (NEP). One of Techi's key proposals is the consolidation…

10 Sep

Arunachal Pradesh pays tribute to Khapriso Krong

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In a tribute to the late Khapriso Krong, Arunachal Pradesh’s former education minister and founder of Indira Gandhi Government College (IGGC), a bust of the leader was unveiled at the IGGC campus on September 9. Women & Child Development Minister Dasanglu Pul led the ceremony, celebrating his pivotal contributions to the state's education sector, particularly in the Lohit district. Reflecting on Krong’s legacy, Pul praised the late minister’s role in shaping the region's educational landscape, stating, “His guidance was instrumental in my own political journey.”Local MLA Dr. Mohesh Chai also paid homage, acknowledging Krong as a driving force behind educational…

09 Sep

Arunachal Pradesh faces ILP challenges, AITF urges government action

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Arunachal Indigenous Tribes Forum (AITF) has called on the state government to intensify checks of Inner Line Permits (ILPs) to combat the rising influx of illegal immigrants. In a statement issued on Sunday, the influential tribal body expressed concerns over the growing number of illegal immigrants, particularly in the border districts and the capital region. During a meeting with community-based organizations, the AITF discussed the serious security, demographic, and socio-cultural impacts of unchecked immigration. The forum pointed to the recent busts of illegal sex rackets in the state, where the involvement of illegal immigrants was evident, emphasizing the growing…

07 Sep

APAMB signs ₹35 crore deal with ginger exporter

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Arunachal Pradesh Agriculture Marketing Board (APAMB) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with RC Roy Associates, a prominent ginger exporter. The deal, valued at ₹35 crore, involves the sale of 5,000 metric tonnes of ginger. The MoU was finalized on Thursday in the presence of State Agriculture Minister Gabriel D Wangsu. Under the agreement, RC Roy Associates will procure the ginger at ₹20 per kilogram, with an advance payment of up to 30% of the total value being made to farmers, self-help groups (SHGs), and farmer producer organizations (FPOs) through APAMB. APAMB Chief Executive Officer Okit Palling highlighted…

06 Sep

Jyoti Panka’s teaching excellence earns national recognition

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Jyoti Panka, a Political Science teacher from Arunachal Pradesh, has been awarded the prestigious National Teacher's Award 2024 for her exceptional contributions to education. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award to Panka at Vigyan Bhawan, recognising her creative teaching methods and commitment to student development. Currently serving as a Post Graduate Teacher at PM Shri Government Higher Secondary School in Longding, Panka has 12 years of experience in the field. She began her teaching career in 2013 as a Trained Graduate Teacher in Kalaktang, West Kameng, before moving to Khonsa and securing her current position through the APPSC exam in…

06 Sep

East Siang villages suffer from severe soil erosion

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Siang Ecosystem Environment and Animal Nurturing Group (SEEANG) has raised urgent concerns over severe soil erosion affecting eight villages in Arunachal Pradesh's East Siang district. The NGO, focused on flood-impacted areas of Mebo Sub-Division, is calling for immediate government action to prevent further devastation. Led by President Miloram Modi and General Secretary Otil Lego, SEEANG conducted a field inspection on Wednesday, traveling via rubber boat along the Siang River. Their assessment highlighted critical zones in Sigar, Ralling, Borguli, Seram, and Namsing villages that urgently require flood control measures. The inspection uncovered extensive damage to agricultural and horticultural land, with…

04 Sep

Arunachal Pradesh targets 15,000 MW hydropower capacity by 2031

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu chaired a critical review meeting on the status of the state’s hydropower projects, emphasizing the urgency of securing necessary clearances to expedite progress. The high-level Steering Committee meeting brought together top officials from the state government, along with heads of Central Public Sector Undertakings (CPSUs) such as NHPC Ltd, SJVN Ltd, NEEPCO, and THDC India Ltd. These CPSUs are spearheading 13 major hydropower projects across Arunachal Pradesh, representing a collective investment of over ₹1 lakh crore. Joint Secretary (Hydro) Mohammad Afzal from the Union Power Ministry also attended the meeting, underscoring the Centre’s commitment…

02 Sep

Arunachal Governor leads ‘Mithun Day’ celebrations

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General KT Parnaik (Retd.) took an active role in the second edition of ‘Mithun Day’ celebrations on September 1, at the Dorjee Khandu Convention Centre in Itanagar. The event marked a significant step towards enhancing Mithun farming practices in the region. Governor Parnaik inaugurated the National Seminar on ‘Integrated Mithun Farming for Enhancing Farmers’ Income in the North Eastern Region of India,’ where he also launched several key publications, including status papers, informational leaflets, and a commemorative souvenir dedicated to Mithun farming. Additionally, the Governor honored progressive Mithun farmers with awards, acknowledging their vital contributions to…