Editor,
Through the columns of your esteemed publication, I wish to express my support for the policy of district-wise domicile reservation in the APSSB examinations for DC office posts.
Though viewed as controversial by some, this policy is a progressive and inclusive step towards ensuring balanced regional development across Arunachal Pradesh.
Ours is a vast and diverse state where access to quality education, coaching facilities, and employment opportunities varies widely among districts. Aspirants from remote and underdeveloped areas often face systemic disadvantages and remain underrepresented in open competition – not due to lack of merit, but due to lack of equal opportunity.
District-wise reservation seeks to ensure fair representation from all corners of the state, especially the most backward and neglected regions. It helps address historical imbalances, empowers local communities, and promotes inclusive governance. Every district – whether central or border – deserves a fair chance in the state’s development narrative.
While merit must always be upheld, equity is equally essential in a welfare-oriented society. The existing scheduled tribe (ST) reservation does not automatically ensure geographic representation, as candidates from more developed or urban areas may continue to dominate. District-wise reservation acts as a complementary mechanism, helping distribute opportunities more evenly across both ethnicity and geography.
This policy must not be viewed as divisive, but rather as a bridge towards true pan-Arunachal harmony – where no region is left behind. With proper checks and periodic review, district-based quotas can serve as a temporary but transformative tool to uplift lagging districts and build a more equitable and united Arunachal.
Let us not fear decentralisation of opportunity. True unity lies in balanced representation, shared growth, and collective empowerment.
Aspirant