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PDS scam – an eye opener to INC misrule: Yomso
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: The unprecedented arrest of former Chief Minister Gegong Apang, who is the senior most Congress Party leader in Arunachal Pradesh by a Congress government, is a glaring proof of the corrupt governance of the party in Arunachal Pradesh, said Mongol Yomso, national general secretary of the Nationalist Youth Congress.
It is evident that the corruption level has reached such a level and extent that it is so all pervasive that it involves even a senior and veteran leader like Gegong Apang. Otherwise, how else can one explain, a Congress government arresting its own senior most leader who has been the doyen of the Party in Arunachal Pradesh, Yomso said in a release.
He further said the implication and arrest of Apang is a testimony that Congress does not have moral right to rule the state. The incident has also vindicated NCP’s allegations of malpractices and misappropriations by the State government in execution and implementation of various schemes and development projects, he added.
It is also surprising that the government singled out Apang to arrest, whereas it
is given to understand that he is a mere witness in the PDS scam case, not a prime
accused. The big question is why the other people implicated in the scam has not
been summoned and arrested? Why the government is shielding them and for what reason?
The Special Investigation Cell (SIC) Superintendent of Police (SP) M S Chauhan gave
a statement that Apang was arrested on basis of material evidences and statement
of co-
The NCP youth leader said the state government should let know the names of all the people who have been implicated in the list of 40 people in connection with the PDS Scam. The people of Arunachal Pradesh have a right to know, after all the embezzled funds were meant for the poor people, not for filling the pockets of few people, he said.
How else will one explain the meteoric growth of wealth of few people (a growth rate
that probably even beats the fastest growing company in the world) in a matter few
years? How else will one explain few people from nothing, acquiring several crores
in a span of 2-
The NYC strongly condemned this corrupt governance of the Congress in Arunachal Pradesh, he said while adding that the “malpractice of the Congress government is also apparent from the way the SIC have been constituted. To handle such a sensitive and important investigation, it has appointed officers whose integrity and character are a suspect as their career records reflects”. The release stated that M S Chauhan, SP ( SIC) was suspended earlier in his career by a Congress government. Now, why a Congress government handpicked such an officer with such service record and appointed him as a key officer for such an important case, the Nationalist Youth Congress questioned and said that it smells of foul play and reflects the casual attitude of the Congress government towards such an important case having large public ramification. ‘Moreover, the release said the Congress government’s insensitivity toward one of the important and biggest communities of Arunachal Pradesh, the Adi Community, was also shown very clearly by the manner in which a very senior and veteran leader hailing from the community was treated so ignominiously by two public servants. The Congress government of Dorjee Khandu has violated the sentiment and deeply hurt the pride of the Adi people. It is apparent that Congress party seemed to be either not bothered or forgotten the tribal ethos, values and norms of Arunachal Pradesh. They seemed to believe in the authoritarian, dictatorial and feudalistic practices. Nationalist Youth Congress is deeply anguished by the lack of sensitivity of the state government and condemned it in the strongest terms,’ the release said.
The Congress government in the state also seemed to have forgotten that India follows a cabinet system of governance where the cabinet shares collective reasonability of governance. Most of the people who were part of the then cabinet of Apang are still in the current government. What about their collective responsibility? Are they not answerable for the state of affair leading to the PDS scam? The people of Arunachal Pradesh need to ask this hard question to them.
Most importantly, why is the state government reluctant in handing over the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The people of Arunachal Pradesh need to ask this question and the state government headed by Khandu is morally bound to reply them. I for one, strongly demand inquiry by CBI, Yomso said.
He strongly appealed to the people of Arunachal Pradesh to wake up if they want to see a better Arunachal Pradesh. Nationalist Youth Congress will continuously pursue this matter to its logical conclusion, he concluded.
Assam Govt assures to lift economic blockade
Peace parley on boundary skirmishes held at Guwahati
Taba Ajum
GUWAHATI, Aug 27: Assam government has assured its Arunachal counterpart that economic blockade imposed against people of Tirap district will be lifted with immediate effect. This was disclosed after ministerial level peace meeting between Assam and Arunachal over boundary dispute held in Assam capital ended with a positive note.
Ever since skirmishes broke out in Russa villages under Tirap district on 14th August, relation between two states has gone from bad to worse. Economic blockade imposed by Assam based organizations against people of Tirap district further inflamed the volatile situation. Even various peace meeting held between citizens of two states also could not yield desired result.
Today’s peace meeting held in a cordial atmosphere has managed to calm down the tense atmosphere with both sides willing to talk peace. Arunachal peace delegation lead by Finance Minister Setong Sena included home commissioner Tajom Taloh, IGP AVK Singh, Parliamentary secretary Thangwang Wangham, advisor to chief minister Tame Phassang and social activist Bamang Tago. Assam side led by revenue Minister Dr Bhumidhar Barman included health minister Himanta Bishwa Sharma, Law minister Pranab Gogoi, Forest Minister Rockybul Hussain, Excise Minister Gautam Rai and principal secretary home and border Subhas C Das.
Later in a press briefing inside Assam Secretariat, both side informed about various steps being taken during the meeting to bring in normalcy.
As a first step towards normalizing situation, in the meeting it was decided that bunkers erected by Arunachal police in the area between Charaipung and Teok River will be removed immediately. From now the area will be jointly patrolled by both Assam and Arunachal police till situation turns normal. While Arunachal police will have right to patrol in Wanchu villages, Assam police will patrol in tea garden areas. To avoid any misunderstanding between two police forces, local commanders will constantly remain in touch and if needed they will exchange wireless sets for better communication.
Arunachal government promised to take necessary steps to stop public display of arms by Arunachalee villagers of the area. On their part, Assam government pledged to work towards lifting economic blockade in the interest of both side. Every possible step will be taken to lift blockade, Assam government assured. Assam Govt also assured to withdraw additional police force deployed in boundary area after Aug 14 incident.
Meeting also decided to take strong action against any militant activity in the area and no extortion of money or display of arms will be tolerated. Addressing the presspersons of Assam and Arunachal, Finance Minister Setong Sena urged them to show restrain while covering this boundary dispute. “I request press persons to help in restoring normalcy. People of Assam and Arunachal have lived peacefully since time immemorial. We should not let one incident harm the beautiful relation shared between wonderful people of two states,” said Setong Sena. Assam Health Minister Himanta Bishwa Sharma, who also addressed media said, “With this meeting we hope peace will prevail soon. Now we will wait for Supreme Court appointed boundary commission to come out with some solution in the future.”
With this peace parley, both side hoped that soon situation will return to normal along the border.
Committee demands fresh memorandum on Subansiri Upper hydel project
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: The Joint Action Committee of 2000 MW Subansiri Upper Hydro Electric Project (SUHEP) had demanded the Chief Minister for preparation of fresh MOA to incorporate genuine points which are not reflected on the present MOA.
In a 14-
The committee, however, said that Chief Minister agreed to some of points of the memorandum like establishment of Degree College, CHC (Community Health Centre). KSK Energy Ventures Ltd will look into the some grievances mentioned the memorandum, while rest of the points will be taken up as per power policy of the state Govt, the committee further informed.
Society demands arrest of all accused in PDS scam
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: The Parang Pare Welfare Society (PPWS) has strongly reacted to the arrest of veteran Congress leader and former Chief Minister Gegong Apang.
It is disheartening that the former Chief Minister was arrested without issuing notice or arrest warrant; the society said and added that procedure of arrest has created confusion in the mind of people and created doubt against the investigating officer.
It seems the action was taken with vested interest by the investigation officer just to demoralize the former CM which in some extent tarnished the image of the Congress Govts at Centre and state, the society said.
The society in a release today demanded that officers and others involved in the PDS scam should be arrested and name of all the accused in the scam should be made public immediately.
The Society in one way appreciated the initiative as an eye opener for the people of the state, but while doing so, the investigation process must be equal to every one for those allegedly involved in the PDS scam. Urging all to ponder upon the present situation created with the arrest of veteran leaders, the Society said the procedure adopted by investigation officer was uncalled for. The society further said “It is understood that SP SIC M S Chauhan had created certain problems wherever he was posted in the past.”
The Society called upon the HC to handover the case to CBI to unravel the truth ‘since Chauhan’s integrity is doubtful.” The Society also urged upon both the state and Central Govts not to release the PDS pending bills until the investigation is completed.
AdiSU bandh passes off peacefully
PASIGHAT, Aug 27: The 24 hour bandh called by AdiSU and All East Siang District Students Union (AESDSU) passed off peacefully except stone pelting at Pasighat market and damage of window of City bus (APST) at Rani Village.
The bandh had no impact in the circles and subdivisions of East Siang. However, public transport system was badly affected at the district head quarter Pasighat. Function of Govt. offices and educational institutions were normal despite disruption of vehicular movement in Pasighat. Shops downed their shutters in the morning in and around Pasighat market. However police and district administration prompted the shopkeepers to open their shops in the afternoon. Students, patients and general public had to face hardships due to disruption of vehicular movements at Pasighat.
Eleven activists of the bandh was arrested and detained by the police for violation
of prohibitory order. After arrest of the eleven activists which included a former
ASM and a former general secretary AAPSU, about hundred numbers of bandh supporters
consisting of students of JNC, some villagers mostly from Sille-
Meanwhile, the DM Onit Panyang told the media that the bandh was declared illegal and section 144Cr PC was imposed one day ahead to prevent unlawful activities and damage of public properties as experienced during the bandh calls of AdiSU in the past. Panyang emphasized that the bandh was unlawful and unwanted as AdiSU and AESDSU were informed about the meeting being convened by the Power minister with the CM at Itanagar tentatively on 7th September next where the ministers and MLAs of three Siang districts, representatives of AdiSU and AESDSU, Dam affected people and other people connected with the issue would attend.
Meanwhile, Pro-
Introduction of new education policy creates confusion
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: Abolition of admission fee from class I to VIII under Right To Education (RTE) that too without making any alternative arrangement by the State government has adversely affected the normal functioning of various schools, observed West Siang district unit of Arunachal Teachers Association.
The newly introduced Continuous Comprehensive Education in schools has created confusion
among teachers as the first assessment examination under the new education policy
is scheduled in April-
Other demands included grant of maintenance and school development fund to various educational institutes, regular payment of salary to SSA teachers and their service regularization as and when posts are fallen vacant.
Mother Teresa remembered on her birth centenary
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: Local MLA Techi Kaso greeted Missionaries of Charity Sisters (MC) on the occasion of birth centenary of Mother Teresa at Good Shepherd Public School, Papu hapa.
Joining the celebration of birth centenary along with 2000 faithful, Kaso said that it is a golden opportunity for him to get a chance to pay homage to Mother Teresa on her 100th birthday. He donated some money towards hundreds of motherless children being looked after by MC Sisters at Naharlagun and other parts of Arunachal Pradesh.
Arunachal Pradesh Catholic Union presented a memento to Kaso MLA for his ability to read the pulse of the down trodden. They also donated cash for MC Sisters in recognition to their untiring services rendered to the people of the state, especially poorest of the poor. They also placed a proposal to the local representative to name the Papu Hapa road as Mother Teresa Road for all purposes.
So far, four Arunachalees have joined the MC and have become full-
Sister Bengia, one of the MC nuns, called for more and more Arunachalee to join with her in her mission and become nuns and monks to serve the people of the state.
Rt. Rev. John Thomas, Bishop of Itanagar Presided over the Eucharistic Celebrations along with the faithful, public leaders and Good shepherd Public School children. The children of Holy Cross School Nyokum Lapang presented a beautiful dance in honor of Blessed Mother Teresa.
Later, Kaso distributed prizes to students of Good Shepherd Public School for Essay competition on Mother Teresa.
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: A two-
Tajir Kakki, Head Gaon Bura of Kakki village in East Siang said the works of FGA in their area has brought about lots of changes. The same thing is happening in Yachuli area as well, he said. The women from the villages around Mechuka were inspired by the wet rice cultivation system of the Apatanis and decided to start similar system of cultivation in Mechuka since they have abundant water and similar climate as Ziro.
The participants from three communities shared their achievements and challenges they face while working with FGA since the last two years. The FGA project aimed to build the capacity of the disadvantaged sections of the community.
The team participating in the exposure trip was led by Pura Aiya, Project Coordinator and the Project Supervisors from Mechuka, Koyu and Yachuli.
Awareness campaign on health & sanitation launched
TEZU, Aug 27: Lohit district administration on August 25 launched a month-
The campaign initiated by Deputy Commissioner R.K. Sharma, is being conducted by IPR department in collaboration with PHE/Medical departments. Its primary focus is on health and sanitation, which assumes significance in the district because of poor hygienic and health practices of the people.
Documentary films “Chodo Kalki Baate” and “Safai Mein Bhalai” are being screened
during the programmes to raise awareness. With Hindi as the medium, the film stresses
on hygienic and healthy living practices of people besides explaining ways of protection
against malaria, water-
Beside distributing pamphlets on education, immunization and health issues, the team
will explain the objectives elaborately by displaying models and posters of low-
It may be mentioned that many villagers especially of interior regions of district
fall victim to rampant malaria and water-
All the villages of Tezu Sadar Circle will be covered in month-
The Deputy Commissioner, Lohit has also urged all the out post Administrative Officers to carry out similar awareness programme in their respective jurisdiction to create massive awareness on above issues. DIPRO
It is nothing but a political vendetta
Dear Editor,
Recent drama of arresting a veteran leader, who served and represented Arunachal Pradesh for 21 years and other happenings in the state, impelled me to jot these lines.
The people of Siang belt are afraid of being displaced by so called hydro power developer, who is imposing vehemently their motive without any concrete work frame work or M.O.U of compensation and rehabilitation package to the real sufferer. Any move to resist them invites jail and lathi.
The foothill people bordering Assam are hopelessly witnessing of being snatched their age old land. Trying to resist is equal to inviting economic blockade.
The refugee, settled in Arunachal Pradesh on humanitarian ground has now become the master.
The present guardian of Arunachal never solves any problem. Amidst such up roaring situation a new turn has taken place.
I am not opposing what the law is doing, but the way and manner in which Apang was arrested is questionable. I have no idea about the case, but one thing is quiet clear that a Former C.M alone can’t ever be party to such major scam. Wasn’t there any other C.M and Food and Civil supply minister, contractor, etc? There must be head and tail, being the CM of a state, in my opinion he should be last person to be nailed. In this case other than former C.M who is behind the bar?
Then it appears that, it is nothing but a political vendetta. The disease of Tamil Nadu has reached Arunachal Pradesh.
The so called S.I.C has done its job. It has damaged the image of former CM beyond repaire, so suppose, if he is not convicted by the court and if the SIC couldn’t provide evidence in favour of allegation, who will compensate the loses.
Enough damages have been done to former CM in particular and people of Arunachal in general.
It is also understood that SIC is working under the court’s direction, but why it was formed? How it was formed? Who formed it? It is nothing but a weapon to harass the targeted one.
Now, it is crystal clear that investigating team is working on the behest of particular person; obviously fair justice is a matter of day dream.
So, in order to find out the real culprit the case should be handed over to C.B.I.
Yours’
Taging Karpuk
Tarak village, East siang, (on email)
Let us protect and preserve wildlife
Dear Editor,
It is a matter of concern that when the whole world is fighting against global-
It has been noticed that many learned persons from capital complex and Lower Balijan area are going to jungle for pleasure hunting, some of them are felling trees, thus destroying the whole ecological system of the nature.
The upper Hills of Balijan circle is the location of many rare species of flora
and fauna. The Aina-
This type of indiscriminate killings of animals and felling of trees have also destroyed
the food-
Therefore, it is my humble request to all the conscious and learned people of Balijan and Capital complex to immediately stop the indiscriminate hunting and tree felling. They should come forward to protect the nature and its valuable wild life.
I also like to request the Forest department to take necessary steps to preserve and protect these beautiful flora and fauna of this locality. The department may bring this whole area under wildlife sanctuary to protect wild animals and forest resources.
Yours’
Tem Tayo
GPM, Upper Balijan
Papum Pare district
We need solution to boundary row
Dear Editor,
Recent boundary fracas in Charaigaon area has been the most uncalled-
If the news from NE TV is to be believed, the involvement of NSCN (IM) extorting
money from the people in Assam residing in boundaries turns the entire episode into
a different issue: To fuel further into the burning issue, the economic blockade
by Assam Student Union to Arunachal Pradesh is also unfortunate on our part and the
situation may be worst-
Yours
Komjurrh Riba
D Sector, Naharlagun
Kudos to Taba Ajum
Dear Editor,
The Article by Taba Ajum 'Intricacies of Assam-
The authorities concerned may take necessary remedial steps.
Yours etc.
Kirtu Riba,
Pasighat, (on email)
Please stop this circus
Dear Editor,
Are we amused? Does the government think, we the people are a bunch of blind and dumb idiots who can’t see a cow for a cow?
Though I am not in support of Apang and believe that he should get his due if he is indeed guilty, but this is not the way to take things forward.
It’s a tragic comic. The government is feigning ignorance, while a senior citizen and a former CM being humiliated by a bunch of officials. And the biggest irony of it all is that the former CM is just a witness, the actual accused are free and flaunting their money.
If it is not political vendetta, then what is it? The people in power should realize, that they are setting a dangerous trend that could engulf the whole state in years to come. This misstep is surely a step backward for our state.
Every child in Arunachal knows that politicians are not saints, please stop this circus.
And if our government thinks they have some credibility left after this episode then please show us some and arrest other accused.
Yours’
A concerned citizen,
(on email)
Is it mandatory to pay local fund?
Dear Editor,
We pay VAT (Value Added Tax) at the rate of 12.5% of the actual cost of the vehicle
while we purchase the vehicle from a dealer. And to get registration number and
road tax, one has to pay @ 2-
After more than 15 days, when I visited the office to collect registration card,
I was informed that the registration card was not prepared due to non-
Now, I would like to know from department concerned is it fair to levy extra fees for stationary charges? Is it mandatory to pay local fund. If it is so, it should be displayed in public notice and mentioned in vehicle registration form.
Yours,
Joram Lotu
F –Sector, Itanagar
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Tirap students distributes ration in boundary areas
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: A team of All Tirap Students’ Union’ led by president Somwang Homcha
Lowang visited the trouble-
There was acute shortage of ration items and other essential commodities. Even there was no medical (First Aid) team for the people and police personnel as well, said an ATSU release. Describing the grim situation tprevailing in those areas, the team claimed that the entire area are deserted. Houses were found locked and; what we came across were few youths with anxious faces, the release said.
“When we sat down for a short conversation with Tirap SP and two of his colleague
SPs at Kamkuh-
“However, amidst such a brewing tension, we have seen friendly hands waving towards us from Assam police bunkers. We were surprised by the gesture. If all are putting efforts to solve the boundary problem then why situation is worsening day by day? Are citizen of this twin state not Indian? If yes, why central Govt. is still mum on the issue and why are they letting us ruin decades old cordial relationship between the two neighbouring states?, the release said.
Sensitization Workshop on Urban risk reduction
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: One day Sensitization Workshop on Urban risk reduction programme was conducted at ATI, Naharlagun today by City Deputy Commissioner.
Speaking on the occasion, City Deputy Commissioner Dr. S B Deepak Kumar urged the participants to take appropriate measures and steps while constructing buildings etc thereby reducing the risk of disaster. He further urged all to maintain the drainage system clean within their duelling house so that it could not create havoc during heavy rain.
Deputy Director, RR&DM Christine Wanglat overview the concept of the new progamme Urban Risk reduction. She also elaborated the concept and theory of Risk and its other component.
Later, SE,PWD, Basar Er. A.Lego, explain the details of Earthquake Resistance & Safe Structural buildings and also presented a demo of building methods and also shown the resultant negligence of buildings taking examples of recent Tibet earthquake. He further have a interactive session/ discussion on the identification of Risks areas in Itanagar and Naharlagun.
All India School Education Survey
Ziro,Aug 27: The District Survey Unit constituted for accomplishing the survey activities
relating to 8th All India School Education Survey, 2010 in Lower Subansiri district
conducted a training programme at Ziro-
8th AISES aims to describe the current status of school education system at different level with respect to access, enrollment, participation in school process and to assess the impact of SSA in the country and to find out deficiencies in various interventions.
At Ziro phase of the campaign, DDSE cum DSO Mallo Yam Gollo pointed out the importance
of survey work and the data generated thereof. She advised the officials and respondents
to co-
The District Project co-
Action plan chalked out for cleanliness drive
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: A coordination meeting was held under the chairmanship of Upper Subansiri Deputy Commissioner Ameya Abhyankar regarding town cleanliness and conduct of social service at conference hall, Daporijo on Aug 23.
Presiding over the meeting DC highlighted the growing problems that are causing the
Daporijo town un-
Er R. Welly, Deputy Director (UD) cum member secretary, DUDA, Daporijo suggested
locally arranged comprehensive long term action plan to carry out ongoing town cleaning
activities. Seeking co-
During deliberation majority of the house urged District Administration to initiate every possible step to make the town clean.
Tayar Bullo, president Gandhi Market Committee, Tachu Hina, General Secretary, APCC requested administration and DUDA to implement proposed action plan accordingly. They also requested OC, BRTF to initiate immediate steps to clean road side drain along BRTF road.
Highlighting the need of social service, Daporijo MLA Tapen Siga also appealed urban
dwellers to extend their co-
After threadbare discussion, the meeting unanimously resolved that there shall be mass social service in markets, offices, colonies every month with involvement of masses. However, priority would given on market area.
The meeting also decided to impose fine of Rs Rs 500 to the defaulters who refuse to cooperate with the decisions of the administration in its cleanliness drive.
Induction level training for SSA teachers
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: SSA Zilla Mission, Kurung Kumey District has organized induction level training programme for SSA teachers at Palin.
Speaking as chief guest on the occasion, Additional Deputy Commissioner Chukhu Takar advised the teachers to be sincere and punctual to their duties and also appealed the public, parents, social workers and NGOs of the district to come forward to build up a good educational scenario in the district.
Guest of Honour, CO Pisa Tarak also appealed the teachers to play pivotal role particularly in Kurung Kumey district to uplift the literacy rate.
ZPM Techi Azad, BRCC AK Rai, Programme coordinator Toku Tachung and ADEO Kyoda Tagum also spoke on the occasion.
KHONSA, Aug 27: Altogether 484 patients were screened for various eye diseases and
18 major operations and 200 refraction cases were done during a five-
The eye camp was conducted by Eye Specialist Dr. Taba Kana, Dr Dubam Bagra, Ampi Bami, D.Maiti and a team from District Hospital, Khonsa led by Eye Specialist Dr Rahman.
In spite of the on-
DMO Dr S Ronya expressed gratitude to the Specialists from Changlang and Khonsa for successful conduct of the camp and hoped that more such camps will be held in near future. DIPRO.
Association demands enhancement of salary
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: Arunachal Pradesh Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalay Teachers Association (KGVBTA) president today met the Education Minister and discussed at length regarding the future status of KGVB teachers.
He appealed to the Education Minister for regularization of services and enhancement of salary of KGVB teachers at par with SSA teachers since KGVB is also associated with SSA Rajya Mission.
Malaria Awareness Camp Held at Sippi
500 Mosquito Nets distributed to the public of the area
DAPORIJO, Aug 27: A malaria awareness camp cum treated mosquito Net Distribution Programme was held yesterday at Sippi by the District Vector Borne Disease Control Programme.
Although mosquitoes are seen as small and insignificant, they are deadly as they can cause malaria and take lives, stated MLA Tapen Siga while addressing the beneficiaries of the distribution Programme. He added that ignorance and negligence of the people could be blamed for causing Malaria deaths and that Malaria could be prevented through taking of small precautions like using mosquito nets, keeping surrounding free of places for mosquitoes to breed etc.
He also enjoined the people to learn from such programmes and in future not to wait only for government’s schemes of free distribution but to take their own initiative in following steps and means for prevention of Malaria in the area.
The DC A. Abhayankar said that Malaria is a serious disease but could be controlled with small steps taken from within and outside our own homes. He laid stressed on the importance of health and education in the development of a society and conveyed that the state and its people had a lot of potential to develop and go forward if good health care facilities were given and children were educated and made responsible citizens.
Breaking the traditional belief that malaria was caused by consumption of bamboo shoot, the DMO J. M. Boje informed the public that no such thing was written in medical books and told the people that clean living and healthy lifestyle could go a long way in its prevention. Identifying bamboo groves and banana plantations near residential areas and stagnant water as breeding ground for mosquitoes, he asked the people to refrain from such practices.
T. Tayeng (DVBDCPO) explained the aims and objectives of the programme and a total of 500 treated mosquito nets were distributed to the public of the area. A demonstration was also given on the process of treatment of mosquito nets and the correct method of its storage. DIPRO
SHG training in book keeping & bank linkage
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: The AMYAA (NGO) with support from NABARD Regional Office, Itanagar, organized 4 days of training programme in Book Keeping and Bank Linkage for the SHG office bearers of Miao and Kharsang Circles from Aug 24.
60 SHG office bearers from 16 SHGs of the circles were the beneficiaries of the training. M. K. Bodh EO, Khagam CD Block, Miao spoke and dealt the topic on Book Keeping. He used practical examples and figures to make the participants understand and have the practical idea of maintaining proper records and books such as minutes, cash and ledger book, saving account and loan book. Purna Gogoi SCC from Apex Bank, Miao enlightened the participants on SHG Bank Linkage. He spoke on various bank facilities which SHG members can apply such as saving, loan and other merits of linking with Bank.
This training was organized after the AMYAA organization went for a random round of assessing the records and book maintenance of the existing SHGs in Miao and Kharsang Circle. The practical ignorance of the SHG office bearers in maintaining proper records, their request for training and the willing collaboration of the Block Development Office and Bank enabled the successful completion of the training. This training will definitely help the SHGs to pass the grading test in the course of time from the Block and become eligible to receive loan grants from the local Bank.
SDP for School Drop-
Health minister visits health centres in remote areas
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: Health and Family Welfare Minister Tanga Byaling visited Yazali CHC, Boa Simla PHC and Rag PHC of Lower Subansiri, Dumporijo CHC, Maro CHC, Taliha, Kodak, Siyum, Limeking, Giba, Chitum of Upper Subansiri, Basar CHC, Nikte PHC and Pessing PHC of West Siang and East Siang districts.
The minister appreciating the performance of Pasighat General Hospital, Ruksin CHC and Pangin CHC of East Siang and Basar CHC, Maro CHC, Daporijo District Hospital, Ziro District Hospital, Dumporijo CHC, and Yachuli PHC, expressed displeasure over the poor performance and attendance of staff of various PHCs of Lower Subansiri, Upper Subansiri and West Siang districts.
He appealed all the DMOs and medical officers and staff working in the state to be more vigilant and sincere in their duties and responsibilities.
He further appealed to all the DCs, ADCs, SDOs, EACs, Cos and public leaders to cooperate with the health department and extend their valuable administrative help in order to bring the Health sectors at par with other states and assured that required staff will be provided.
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: All Kurung Kumey District Students’ Union was adamant in its demand
for re-
While claiming that Head Load Carriage System of Essential Ration Items in the district has been a total failure and become money spinning machine for some people with vested interest, AKKDSU said that Head Load Carriage does not work in places like Tali, Damin, Parsi Parlo, Pipsorang and many other remote circle HQs.
Describing government clarification on the issue as fabricated, the Students Union claimed that ration items made available through Air Dropping at CPO centres are meant for Govt employees only. Those items are generally not sold to common public. It also alleged misuse of power by ration cards issuing authority in issuing cards and enlistment of PDS beneficiaries in Kurung Kumey district.
Meanwhile, the students’ union has decided to stage a peaceful dharna in front of CM’s bungalow on August 30 following expiry of ultimatum served to the state government for fulfillment of its demand.
Arunachalee team to participate in Martial Art meet
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: A six-
The team: Abo Lukham, Tama Makcha, Tat Sonam, Ganesh Das. Coach: Biren Singh and Bimal Singh.
KKSU celebrates 38th foundation day
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: Kargu Kardi Students Union (KKSU) has celebrated it 38 years of existence in a befitting manner at Yomcha in West Siang district today.
The celebration began with hoisting of union flag by general secretary Yidik Lombi. This was followed by various cultural activities performed by the students.
The union vows to continue its selfless service to the society and the uplift of the poor in the district.
Committee’s instruction to land owners
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: Banderdewa Tarajuli Development Association & Forest Right Committee (BRDAFRC) advised dwellers and land owners of Tarakjuli area to construct houses on their land within 25 days failing which lands will be possessed by the committee. It was resolved in a meeting of the committee following a reported attempt of Assam people to encroach Arunachal land by clearing jungle with help of police personnel.
Congress refutes NCP demand for resignation
ITANAGAR: Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee has refuted the demand for resignation of the Congress Govt raised by the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to smoothen the ongoing investigation process of PDS scam in state.
APCC general secretary Minkir Lollen in a release today, said neither the Congress Govt nor the Congress party has any role to play in the judicial matter. Thus the demand for the resignation of the Congress Govt in the state stands no ground, the release said.
The NCP should not try to gain cheap political mileage out of the matter, which is
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Bikes recovered
ITANAGAR: The Banderdewa police have recovered two motor bikes — one red colour Pulser bike (180 CC) and another TVS GLX Victor bike – from the jungle area of the Dobum Basti and Niya colony Banderdewa yesterday.
MP appeals for peace in boundary area
ITANAGAR: MP Ninong terming the recent Kanubari Sub Division incident of Tirap district as unfortunate appealed to all the people living in the border areas of Kanubari, Arunachal Pradesh and Assam to refrain from violence and come to an understanding by peaceful means.
He further appealed to all the residents of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh to maintain 1979 status quo so that there is peace and understanding amongst the people of both states and added that Union Minister of DoNER and Mines BK Handique has assured to speak to Chief Ministers of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam to bring peaceful conclusion.
Ering also wrote a letter to Home Minister P Chidambram and appraised the matter to Incharge of State V Narainswamy to take up the matter for peaceful negotiation.
Appointments
ITANAGAR, Aug 27: Takio Tara has been appointed as General Secretary of Nyapin, Sangram, Phassang Students’ Union in a meeting held recently.
Chera Siro, Talam Har Neelam and Bake Talik have been selected as President, Vice President and General Secretary of Itanagar C Sector Welfare Association.
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