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03/12/2023

03/12/2023

Pasighat unit of Yirang Welfare Society Youth Wing conducts cleanliness social service



PASIGHAT, Dec 03: Showing social responsibility toward cleanliness of the township of Pasighat, the Pasighat Unit of Yirang Welfare Society Youth Wing (YWSYW) today conducted a cleanliness drive social service starting from Pasighat market upto the Raneghat Bridge and cleaned several garbage of plastic wastes like packed bottle, wrappers, bags etc.

Informing about their cleanliness social service, Kangkim Yirang, Social Service Secretary of YWSY said that several garbages are found thrown around the market and other areas of Pasighat township which often looks untidy and gives the wrong impression to the visitors who visit Pasighat. “Pasighat, being the HQ of East Siang district and being the face of the entire Adi belt since its early days, this town/city needed to be kept clean. Seeing the scattered garbage around, especially in and around the Raneghat bridge point and its road sides where visitors of Pasighat mostly visits, are seen full of garbage, so we decided to extend our social responsibility toward cleaning the garbage voluntarily”, added Kangkim Yirang.

While Nakut Yirang, General Secretary, Yirang Welfare Society (YWS) who also oversaw the cleanliness drive deeply admired the youth of YWS. “I am so glad that our youth wing extended their social responsibility by carrying out a cleanliness drive from Pasighat market old sumo counter to Raneghat bridge point. I believe and hope that other societies or organizations will also extend their moral responsibility to keep Pasighat clean. We can’t only leave the responsibility of cleaning our town to Pasighat Municipal Council, we as a society also extend our moral responsibility by keeping our town cleaned”, added Nakut Yirang.

26/11/2023

Let's cheer for Obom Tangu who is rocking the Indian Idol Season-14 stage by winning hearts across India.

Hope Obom's performance will compel the judges to realize that Arunachal Pradesh is a treasure house of talents and they shouldn't think of dropping Obom like Rito Riba in the last season.


Pema Khandu Chowna Mein Indian idol season 14 Obom Tangu rito_riba

22/11/2023

JNC hosts regional investor seminar for awareness



PASIGHAT, 21 Nov: Jawaharlal Nehru College (JNC) here in East Siang district organised a ‘Regional investor seminar for awareness’ on Tuesday, in collaboration with its internal quality assurance cell (IQAC).

The seminar – the first of its kind in the college – was aimed at making the college fraternity aware of the risk, benefit and security involved in any mutual fund scheme.

The Security & Exchange Board of India’s Eastern Region AGM Joy Agarwal and Guwahati (Assam)-based BSE Sanjib Bora apprised the participants of the pros and cons of financial goals and investments.

JNC Principal Dr Tasi Taloh, Vice Principal Dr Leki Sitang and IQAC coordinator Dr DP Panda also spoke.

22/11/2023

Union MoS for health says will push for establishing medical college in Pasighat



PASIGHAT, 21 Nov: Union Minister of State (MoS) for Health & Family Welfare, Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar, has given assurance that she will take up with the central government the matter of establishing a medical college in East Siang HQ Pasighat. Pawar said this during an ‘ayushman’ meeting at Rottung village in Siang district on Tuesday.

She recalled that “the government has already established the first medical college in Itanagar, while it is taking the proposed medical college in Pasighat into consideration.”

The MoS distributed Ayushman cards to the selected beneficiaries, and handed over sanction letters to the beneficiaries of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat (bank credit) scheme.
The minister said that the PM-Jan Arogya Yojana includes about four lakh beneficiaries in Arunachal Pradesh, “out of which, over one lakh Ayushman cards have already been issued.”

“There are 62 empanelled hospitals (both government and private) in the state and around Rs 7 crore have been paid as medical reimbursement,” she informed. Speaking about surface communication, the union minister said that the government is working to boost road connectivity in the northeastern region.

“The Centre has earmarked funds amounting to Rs 118 crore under the Setu Bandhan scheme for the region this year,” she said, and expressed hope that connectivity would promote tourism development in Arunachal, “which is endowed with rich greenery, rich natural resources and historical monuments.”

The MoS was accompanied by Arunachal East MP Tapir Gao, Health Minister Alo Libang, Pangin-Boleng MLA Ojing Tasing, Rumgong MLA Talem Taboh, and a host of government officials.

Pawar and her team later visited the site of the under-construction district hospital in Siang district headquarters Boleng, and held a review meeting with the administrative officers and HoDs there.

14/11/2023

Arunachal Pradesh receives UNESCO’s international honour at Malaysia for the success of Airgun Surrender Abhiyan



|Maksam Tayeng|
MALAYSIA/ITANAGAR, Nov 14: In a moment of great pride to the people of Arunachal Pradesh, the Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Mama Natung led India’s success story of Airgun Surrender Abhiyan received international honour at the UNESCO’s International Conference on Biosphere Reserves held at Sabah, Malaysia today on 13th November, 2023. On behalf of the Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Dr. Damodhar A.T., IFS, the Director, Dehang-Debang Biosphere Reserve of Arunachal Pradesh received the honour from the Malaysian Federal Government Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmed on the occasion.

Dr. Damodhar A.T. was nominated by Government of India to represent the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India and present India’s country report along with success story in this UNESCO’s International Conference and meeting on Biosphere Reserves which is being held at Sabah, Malaysia. The Airgun Surrender Abhiyan initiative of Government of Arunachal Pradesh was selected as the India’s best success story on wildlife conservation to present in this international conference. Dr. Damodhar A.T. was also a Keynote Speaker during the inaugural session of the event. During his Keynote address, he has shared the success story of Airgun Surrender Abhiyan with a video documentary along with presenting the country report of India.

The Airgun Surrender Abhiyan is an initiative of the Department of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of Arunachal Pradesh under the dynamic leadership of Pema Khandu, the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh and Mama Natung, the Minister, Environment, Forest and Climate Change. Under this initiative, people were invited to voluntarily surrender their Airguns and licensed guns to stop the use of these guns to kill birds and other wild animals. The programme was officially launched on March 17, 2021 at Lumdung in East Kameng District where in 46 air guns were surrendered and Lumdung was declared first Airgun free village of Arunachal Pradesh. Since then, the Department of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of Arunachal Pradesh in all the Districts have been collaborating with the local communities. Administrative departments, NGOs and Community-Based-Organisations on ground to organise awareness drives for urging people to surrender their Airguns.

The programme gained momentum under the leadership of Mama Natung, the Minister, Environment, Forest and Climate Change. He has been spearheading the entire program by physically visiting almost all Districts and conducted District level Airgun Surrender Abhiyan Programs for sensitizing people to give up their Airguns and licensed guns and power chain saw machines. The communities at large overwhelmingly responded to his call and started voluntarily surrender their Airguns and licenced guns across the State. So far, more than 2400 Airguns and 9 licensed guns have been surrendered by the people of Arunachal Pradesh. This initiative has made a huge impact for the protection of wildlife in the State of Arunachal Pradesh. As reported by the field officers of the department, many birds have started flocking areas where they were rarely seen before the Air Gun Surrender Abhiyan started, besides the conservation message percolating down to the masses of local community. The Arunachal Pradesh Airgun Surrender Abhiyan was also lauded by various national and international media and was awarded at the 6th North East Green Summit of the Forest Ministers of North East held at Silchar during 16-18 November 2021.

The Arunachal Pradesh Air Gun Surrender Abhiyan got a major boost when it featured in the 84th edition of the Mann Ki Baat Programme on Sunday, the 26th December 2021 where the effort was appreciated by none other than the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi himself.

The government of Arunachal Pradesh is grateful to the nature loving people of Arunachal Pradesh for welcoming this Air Gun Surrender Abhiyan initiative with open arms and making it a model wildlife conservation success story of India across the world.

Speaking about the recognition, Dr. Damodar said "it was indeed a great honor for me to represent India & my State Arunachal Pradesh on UNESCO's global forum and receive the honor for Airgun Surrender Abhiyan in the State of Arunachal Pradesh. I was astonished to see the kind of respect shown to India by the Malaysian Govt.
Thanks to MoEF&CC, GoI and UNESCO".

12/11/2023

State government hikes Dearness Allowance by 4 per cent for state government employees and pensioners



ITANAGAR, Nov 11: The Arunachal Pradesh government hiked Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) by four per cent for state government employees and pensioners.

The announcement was made by Chief Minister Pema Khandu through a post on X (Twitter). The DA and DR have been enhanced from 42 per cent to 46 per cent, effective from July 1, Khandu said.

"The DA and DR arrears from July 1, 2023 to October 31, 2023 shall be paid in cash. Wish you all a very Diwali," the chief minister added.

Meanwhile, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, who also holds the finance portfolio, said the expenditure on account of DA and DR allowances shall be met from existing budget provisions.

"The revised rates of DA shall be applicable to regular government employees only, while DR will be paid to state government pensioners and family pensioners," an official order said.

12/11/2023

Pasighat East MLA Kaling Moyong inaugurates Moti Mahal Delux, a culinary haven in Pasighat

*Culinary extravaganza unveiled in GTC Pasighat with the inauguration of Moti Mahal Delux and House of Commons*



PASIGHAT, Nov 11: A culinary symphony was unfolded in Pasighat with the inauguration of
much-anticipated Moti Mahal Delux restaurant at the Darin Building, GTC on Friday evening by Kaling Moyong, Pasighat East MLA amidst the presence of several other dignitaries and entrepreneurs.

This momentous event not only brings the legendary Moti Mahal legacy to Pasighat but also introduces the House of Commons, a contemporary gastropub, on the same floor, creating a culinary haven for food enthusiasts, said Moyong while recalling his days at Delhi where he often used to visit and dine in Moti Mahal. Moyong also appreciated the initiative of local entrepreneurs who tied-up with the big ventures like Moti Mahal thereby also creating job opportunities for local unemployed youths.

*Moti Mahal: A Culinary Heritage*

Established in 1920, Moti Mahal has become synonymous with culinary excellence, tracing its roots back to Peshawar. Founded by Kundan Lal Gujral, the restaurant chain has played a pivotal role in shaping Indian cuisine, introducing iconic dishes like Butter Chicken and Tandoori delights. The inauguration of Moti Mahal Delux in Pasighat marks a significant expansion, promising patrons an authentic and delectable journey through the diverse flavors of India.

*House of Commons: A fusion of culinary delights*

Sharing the spotlight on the same floor is the House of Commons, a gastropub that redefines culinary boundaries. Offering a diverse menu spanning Continental, Asian, and tribal-inspired cuisines, House of Commons caters to a wide range of tastes. This establishment takes pride in crafting a unique fusion that marries tradition with innovation, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

*Variety beyond borders: A culinary voyage*

Moti Mahal Delux and House of Commons together present a culinary canvas that covers an extensive range of food choices. From traditional Indian delicacies to smoky Tandoori specialties, the offerings at Moti Mahal cater to those seeking an authentic taste of India. Simultaneously, House of Commons delights patrons with a selection of Continental, Asian, and tribal-inspired dishes, showcasing the diversity of global cuisines.

*Common service, extraordinary experience*

Both establishments share a common commitment to providing exceptional service to their customers. The seamless integration of service systems ensures that patrons can effortlessly transition between Moti Mahal and House of Commons, creating a cohesive and enjoyable dining experience.

*Cocktail symphony: Libations for every palate*

The culinary journey extends beyond the plate with an impressive array of cocktails and beverages at House of Commons. Crafted with precision, these libations complement the diverse flavors on the menu, promising a delightful experience for connoisseurs of fine drinks.

The inauguration of Moti Mahal Delux and House of Commons marks a new era for Pasighat, offering a culinary haven where tradition meets innovation. As these two establishments open their doors, residents and visitors alike are invited to embark on a gastronomic adventure, celebrating the richness of flavors and the artistry of culinary craftsmanship, informed Kalen Pertin, Okit Palling and their associates.

11/11/2023

Arunachal’s first lady graduate Bormoty Yirang Dai and 2nd lady teacher Palonty Yirang Tayeng releases Borguli Doying book



|Maksam Tayeng|
PASIGHAT, Nov 11: In a formal ceremony held at Borguli village under Mebo Sub-Division here in East Siang district organized by Radang Sirum of Borguli village, Arunachal Pradesh’s first lady graduate Smty Bormoty Yirang Dai and Smty Palonty Yirang Tayeng, 2nd lady teacher from Arunachal Pradesh released a book titled ‘Borguli Doying’ amidst the presence of Olen Rome, Zila Parishad Chairperson of East Siang district and other retired and senior citizen of Borguli village today.

While releasing the book, Bormoty Yirang Dai and Palonty Yirang Tayeng who graced the occasion as Chief Guest and Guest of Honour, deeply admired the team Radang Sirum of Borguli for their meticulous effort to write and compile the book wherein the history of the Borguli village is minutely drawn up and written since from its establishment as a village. The book’s author Bolet Tayeng, a member of Radang Sirum describes the history of Borguli village since September 1950 where the village was established first at Pekar Pumi area, a kilometre away in the north-west of present Borguli village before the village was shifted to present location in 1951. As per the book, the name of Borguli village was derived from a big cycled and rotating part of a river (‘Bor’ and ‘Guli’ in Assamese and ‘Asi Siel’ in local Adi dialogue). Post 1950 major earthquake the people of present Borguli who first settled in the Pekar Pumi area for around a year approached the then Asst. Political Officer office (now Dy. Commissioner’s office) for relief ration drop led by late Modon Perme. For the earthquake relief drop, the official from the then APO office Pasighat needed the name of the village to register, so the village name was given as Borguli derived from the big cycling and rounding part of a river which could be identified by the ration sortie Helicopter from the air and so name of Borguli came into record on 17th October 1950.

Both Bormoty Yirang Dai and Palonty Yirang Tayeng were born and brought up at Borguli village who later went to become the first lady graduate (Dai) and 2nd lady teacher (Tayeng) from the state thereby marking a history in the state where lady education was a kind of taboo in those years. Both Dai and Tayeng who are old now candidly recall the tough life in those days and how their parents toiled to let them study when other people discouraged their daughters to go to school in order to help the family in agricultural works. Both Dai and Tayeng said that their students became who and who of modern Arunachal Pradesh after they became teachers. The lady torch bearers of the state and particularly of Borguli village appealed to the villagers of the village to maintain brotherhood and cooperation in order to live happily and unitedly while acknowledging the team Radang Sirum to compile and write the book in Adi.

On the part of Radang Sirum, author of the book, Bolet Tayeng expressed his thankfulness to Late Dondiram Pegu, Dhonmeswor Pertin, Bideshor Perme, Bormoty Yirang Dai, Palonty Yirang Tayeng, Smty Payem Perme and others for their valued input in writing the book. “I have tried my best to compile and write the entire history and who and who of Borguli’s first in the various fields in my book ‘Borguli Doying’ to be kept as a written record”, informed Bolet Tayeng to this scribe.

While admiring the effort of the Radang Sirum of Borguli, Olen Rome, ZPC of East Siang said that such initiative and support with cooperation should always prevail in the village for communal harmony. “I have seen the team Radang Sirum in previous time also where they have felicitated and honoured the old age and pioneer of Borguli village in a ceremonial programme which is uncommon to see in other villages”, added Rome who hails from Borguli village’s neighboring Ngopok village.

03/11/2023

RKVY-RAFTAAR Incubation Committee holds meeting after successful completion of two-months incubation for selection of eligible entrepreneurs/startups



PASIGHAT, Nov 03: Second RKVY-RAFTAAR Incubation Committee (RIC) meeting was organized by College of Horticulture and Forestry RKVY-RAFTAAR Agribusiness Incubator (CHF-R-ABI) Pasighat team on Thursday after successful completion of two-months incubation for selection of eligible entrepreneurs/startups for further fund recommendation upto Rs. 5 lakhs for Agripreneurship Orientation Programme and Rs. 25 lakhs for Seed Stage Funding Programme of Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.

A total of fourteen entrepreneurs working in Post Harvest Technology, Forest Product Utilization, Plant Pathology, Fisheries, Horticulture and other allied sectors of agriculture working currently at various stages of Business Life Cycle from ideation to Commercial Stage, pitched their Business Plan before the Jury that was chaired by Prof B.N.Hazarika, Dean CHF in the presence of Dr. A.K.Tripathi, Dean CoA cm PI-CEO of CHF-R-ABI, Dr.Anil Kumar, Coordinator and all domain experts and business team.

The meeting was joined online by knowledge partners- Dr. Danish Tamuly, NEATEHUB, AAU Jorhat and Dr. Aido Taloh, HDO, Ruksin and other R-ABI officials from AAU Jorhat.

03/11/2023

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26/10/2023

All pre-Independence schools in Arunachal will be developed as 'Heritage Schools': Khandu



PASIGHAT, Oct 25: Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced that all government schools of the state established before Independence will be declared as ‘Heritage School’ and given special attention for infrastructure development along with a museum within their premises.

Khandu gave this assurance in response to a request by organizers of the Platinum Jubilee celebration of Government Secondary School (GSS), Balek near Pasighat in East Siang district, for declaring the school as a Heritage School.

Established as a lower primary school in 1946, GSS Balek is celebrating its Platinum Jubilee, which was declared open by the Chief Minister on Wednesday. "Not only this school but all pre-Independence government schools in the state will be declared as Heritage School with a museum showcasing its rich history,” he said.

To another request, Khandu directed the Deputy Director of School Education (DDSE), East Siang to submit a formal proposal to the government to expedite the process of upgrading the school to a higher secondary school.

“This is a historic occasion. The school’s journey of 75 years is a big milestone given the fact that Arunachal Pradesh was born as Union Territory in 1972 and became a full-fledged State only in 1987,” Khandu observed.

Hailing the school for producing many luminaries in its long journey of 75 years, he paid rich tributes to those who have passed away and congratulated those who are serving in various capacities and those who have retired.

Khandu said that from 3-4 schools established before Independence, Arunachal Pradesh today has more than 3,000 government schools across the state.

“We have faced immense challenges particularly in the education sector but we have kept our progress steadfast,” he said. He, however, emphasized on quality rather than quantity.

“We have focused more on establishing schools after schools without keeping an eye on quality of education being imparted in these schools,” he pointed.

Khandu blamed the huge number of schools without proper infrastructure and manpower in the state on ‘politics of appeasement’. He asserted that his government does not believe in political appeasement but on quality of schemes and projects.

“We have taken education very seriously. In fact we have shut down about 400 government schools having zero attendance. The process is still on. We don’t need more schools but we need quality education from the existing schools for which government is extending all support,” he said.

Khandu informed that he has already given direction to the Education department for mapping of all government-run schools in the state so that the government can keep a tag on each school.

Reiterating the importance of School Management Committees (SMC) in proper functioning and development of schools, he advised the SMC members of every school in the state to regularly visit and interact with teachers, students and parents and then submit reports to concerned DDSEs for fulfilment of the requirements, if any.

Referring to the three-day Platinum Jubilee celebration, Khandu urged the alumni of the school to raise the topic of quality education in their discussions.

“Alumni of this school, who have gathered here for the 3-day celebration, are well educated and knowledgeable persons with vast experiences. Please discuss on how we can improve the quality of education in government schools and pass on your suggestions to the government,” he appealed.

Earlier in the day, Khandu unveiled the bust of late Ketem Yomso, who donated the land for establishment of the Balek school, inaugurated the retrofitted and beautified school gate by a local NGO - Giidang Angong Society and took part in a tree plantation drive at the school campus, besides felicitating 10 meritorious alumni of the school.

He also inaugurated five development projects and laid the foundations for 13 more projects at Pasighat besides announcing a new market on the land donated by locals.

Also present on the occasion were MP Tapir Gao, MLAs Kaling Moyong (chief patron), Ninong Ering, Lombo Tayeng, Gum Tayeng, Talem Taboh, Ojing Tasing and Kanggong Taku, East Siang DC Tayi Taggu, SP SK Jha, and organizing chairman Oyem Dai and organizing secretary Tobom Dai, among others.

11/10/2023

1st edition of Mr Grand Horbill, a male
pageant audition held in Pasighat



1st edition of Mr Grand Horbill, a male
pageant audition held at Engo Takar Dere, Pasighat on 8th October 2023 organized by Mr Grand Horbill Organizing committee in collaboration with Miss Adi-23.

1st edition of Mr Grand Horbill, a male pageant audition held at Engo Takar Dere, Pasighat on 8th October 2023 organized by Mr Grand Horbill Organizing commi...

07/10/2023

Every stakeholders need to protect wildlife and their natural habitat: Mama Natung



ITANAGAR, Oct 06: The 69th National Wildlife Week was celebrated in Biological Park, Itanagar on Friday in which Mama Natung, Minister, Environment, Forest & Climate Change attended as Chief Guest, while Dr. Sharat Chauhan, Principal Secretary (EF&CC), Anand Mohan, Director General of Police, Jitendra Kumar, PCCF & HoFF, A.K. Biswal PCCF (Planning) and Chief Wildlife Warden in-charge and other senior officers of the State Government, representatives of Biological Institutions, Corporators, ZPM, office bearers of Biological Park & Gyekar Syenik Development Society, NGO’s, students and local residents were present in the function.

At the beginning of the program, the exhibition of photographs of wildlife of Arunachal Pradesh was inaugurated by Mama Natung in which the photos depicting wildlife of the state were displayed in the event. A book titled “Splendid Wildlife Habitat of Arunachal Pradesh” was also released by Natung, the book is an extensive compilation of information about wildlife areas of Arunachal Pradesh, along with the pictorial depiction of their wild fauna and flora. It is an important book which will facilitate in generating awareness on the natural wildlife habitat of the state and will serve a long way in wildlife conservation efforts of the Government.

Natung in his speech highlighted the importance of wild animals in the natural ecosystem. He urged all stakeholders to protect wildlife and their natural habitat. The valuable guidance given the Minister will motivate all the forest officers and other stakeholders for better performance in conservation of the forest and preservation of wildlife, said the forest officers attending the wildlife week celebration. Principal Secretary Chauhan also emphasized upon taking proper measures for protection of wildlife and their protected areas. While Director General of Police, Anand Mohan, highlighted the significant value of the biodiversity present in the state of Arunachal Pradesh and expressed the need to protect this wealth of biodiversity which exists in the state. While PCCF & HoFF delivered a keynote address and highlighted the importance of collective efforts for protection of wildlife. He expressed the need for adopting the theme of United Nations title partnership for forest conservation.

National Wildlife Week has been celebrated across the country during 2nd to 8th October every year since 1954, with the objective to create an awareness to inherit our rich tradition of protection, preservation and conservation of all species of wildlife and other forms of life on earth. Every year the Department of Environment, Forest & Climate Change conducts various awareness competitions/activities such as Painting competition, Nature theme-based essay writing competition, Photography competition on wildlife, seminar on wildlife conservation initiatives, Nature walks for students/NGO’s, cleanliness drives, etc. across the State from 2nd to 8th October. The event was also a part of the Wildlife Week Celebration 2023 in Biological Park. The celebration of National Wildlife Week-2023 will continue across the state till 8th October, informed a Forest Officer.

06/10/2023

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03/10/2023

JN College observes International Day of Non-Violence



PASIGHAT, Oct 03: On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, the entire Jawaharlal Nehru College, Pasighat fraternity observed the International Day of Non-Violence in the college auditorium on 2nd October in which Principal of the college, Dr Tasi Taloh along with 63 faculty members, NSS volunteers took participation.

Speaking to the students, Dr. Taloh exhorted the college fraternity to follow the Gandhian path of non-violence and truth in all aspects of life. He emphasized that the Gandhian principles talks not only about how human should treat other humans, but it also encompasses how human beings should treat other living beings and his own environment with care and compassion.

Dr H.N. Pandey, Associate Professor and Head of Hindi department also gave a stirring lecture on Gandhiji and his principles.

Marking the occasion, 63 faculty members along with 100 NSS student volunteers signed a pledge of non-violence and truth together. Principal Dr Taloh informed that this event was the culmination of the week-long Swachhata Pakhwada of the “Swachhata Hi Seva, Ek Kadam Swachhata Ki Aur” initiative preceding the Gandhi Jayanti 2023.

30/09/2023

Join in the Cyclothon, a bycycle ride from Silluk-Ngopok-Mebo-Raneghat celebrating Swachh Bharat Diswas Diwas 2023 on 2nd October.

For details contact at Smart City office on the given numbers.

30/09/2023

Onam Gamno wins gold in World Arm Wrestling C’ship at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia



|Maksam Tayeng|
PASIGHAT, Sep 29: Making her family, well wishers along with state and the nation proud, Arm wrestler Onam Gamno from here in East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh won the gold medal in the left arm 52 kg category in the ongoing World Arm Wrestling Championship in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

State's Deputy Chief Minister, Chowna Mein congratulated Gamno on her remarkable achievement.

“Delighted to learn that Ms Onam Gamno has secured a Gold Medal in the left arm 52 kg category at the World Arm Wrestling Championship, 2023, demonstrating her incredible strength and determination,” Mein wrote on X.

Earlier, during her departure for the Championship to represent India, when this Pasighat News came up with the story of Onam for the first time along with India Today-NE and Arunachal 24 reported by this scribe after Onam's mother approaching to PN, State's Chief Minister, Pema Khandu had also showed happiness over Onam's achievement.

In the context of his tweet, the Arunachal CM shared a congratulatory post on 20th September saying, “Where there is a will there is a wrestler! Kudos to Ms Onam Gamno, of Ngopok village in East Siang district as she gets set to represent India at the World Armwrestling Championship 2023 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

It’s commendable that you pursued your passion for wrestling alongside your challenging job as a Nursing Officer.”

Meanwhile, congratulations are pouring in from all quarters to Ms Onam Gamno for her achievements and several Facebook and Whatsapp groups are full of congratulatory messages for her.