February 05
News Impact
Cash reward stands
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: The cash reward of Rs 2 lakh announced by the Arunachal Pradesh Police for giving information or clue leading to arrest of the assailant/s of Tongam Rina, Associate Editor of The Arunachal Times still stands. The identity of the informer/s will be kept secret. The informer/s may contact Capital SP at tele. numbers : 09436040006
Over 200 avail GNRC experts’ service
PASIGHAT, Feb 04: Over 200 patients availed the opportunity of free health check up by experts from Guwahati Neurological Centre (GNRC), Assam in a medical camp organized by General Hospital, Pasighat here today.
Thorough health checkups of the patients were conducted by GNRC expert duo Dr. Prosenjit Deka, Neurologist and Dr. Bikash Rai Das, Consultant Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon and recommendations for the required treatments and medicines were provided to them free of cost.
The camp was formally inaugurated by the Joint Director of Health Services (T&R), Pasighat Dr. Kabang Lego in presence of the visiting and host doctors. Dr. Lego praised the GNRC doctor duo for attending the medical camp to provide an opportunity to the poor people get their health checked up by them at their door steps. “Though the state government has done remarkably good in the health sector, there are still lots to be done,” he opined.
A seminar on continuing medical education (CME) was also organized on the day which was attended by the local doctors.
Addressing the doctors, the GNRC expert duo said,“Continuing medical education is not a new concept and is essential for the health practitioners to update their knowledge and skills through case discussions and interactions”. Such seminar would help the practitioners to maintain competence and they would be able to implement the new developments in their respective fields, stated the GNRC doctors in their speeches.
Meanwhile the Medical Superintendent Dr. Onik Moyong informed that there will be
another CME on ophthalmology on February 16-
Dr. Swapan K Samanta and Debashish Bhattacharjee President and Vice-
Foundation Training Programe for officers begins
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: A month long 2nd foundation training programme for APCS (EG) officers
of 2007-
Attending the inaugural function chief secretary H.K Paliwal, emphasized the role of state civil service officers in the state administration. He added that civil service officers are the most important functionaries of the government because of being important link between the public and higher level of administration. Commissioner Training Tape Bagra in his address dwelt on the responsibilities and role of the civil service officers.
Director ATI Pema Tshetan and Assistant Director P Tayeng also spoke on the occasion. The training would end on 1st March 2013. Meanwhile another training programme on Pension rules & retirement benefits is also got underway.
Postpone the interview: AAPUEA
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: All Arunachal Pradesh Unemployed Engineers Association (AAPUEA) appealed to the state public service commission chairman to postpone the recent advertised two assistant engineer civil posts claiming that many departments are yet to send requisition letter. It also claimed that public service commission cannot conduct interview two times in a year.
Implementation of central schemes monitored
GEKU, Feb 04: J. K. Panggeng, Parliamentary Secretary, Education, along with circle
level Monitoring Chairman Adong Pertin, EAC and others has monitored the on-
Farmers meeting at East Kameng
Seppa, Feb 04: A meeting of farmers of Seppa, East Kameng district was held on 31st January at the residence of Kame Bagang, a progressive farmer.
While elaborating the aims and objectives of the meeting, Kame Bagang observed that an association of farmers, East Kameng District is required to be formed for the benefit and betterment of small & marginal farmers.
Farmers should be very practical and each and every farmer should work hard for self sufficiency, said Hari Bagang. Robo Brey and other present in the meeting also expressed their views regarding modernization of cultivation in a big way. The members present in the meeting unanimously resolved to form a farmers’ association with ‘acting portfolio’ till its final registration.’
Power & water scenario irks BJP
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: Expressing serious concern over the precarious and pathetic power and water supply situation in state capital, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Arunachal Pradesh demanded white paper as well as public explanations from both the Power Minister and PHED Minister.
“The power scenario which was said to have been improved following the commissioning of NEEPCO Yazali and funding of several mega water supply projects funded years back for the state capital township does not see any changes from the UT days,” the BJP said.
The BJP wanted to know as to why the state government should remain silent spectator on these important issues concerning the people, particularly school going children and daily office goers.
Allegation baseless, fabricated:BDO
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: The BDO of Damin CD block has termed the allegations leveled against him as baseless, fabricated and politically motivated. He was reacting to the news item published in this daily on 30th January under the caption "DAPF threatens stir". The DAPF had alleged that Damin BDO was involved in fund embezzlement under BADP project, MGNREGA and Hariyali scheme.
While clarifying the allegation the BDO said “since my joining as BDO in Damin CD Block of Kurung Kumey District, all the schemes are being implemented as per norm and guidelines circulated time to time from State/Central Government.” The schemes are also properly monitored by third party monitoring in every year and have no any objection. Such schemes are being implemented with proper guidance and involvement of Panchayat leaders, the BDO further clarified.
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204 days have passed. The culprits involved in the July 15 attack on The Arunachal Times associate editor Tongam Rina are still at large.
Chalk-
GUWAHATI, Feb 04: Chief Minister Nabam Tuki today reiterated his suggestion for chalking
out a proper work-
The suggestion – a personal mantra of the Chief Minister – came up during the review
meeting for Special Accelerated Road Development Programme for North East (SARDP-
However, Arunachal Pradesh was the only state represented by the Chief Minister himself from amongst the eight North Eastern states.
“Our region has a distinct climatic pattern different from mainland India. Almost
half the year is rainy season and therefore not feasible to execute works such as
road projects. We get only few dry months before the financial year-
The Chief Minister suggested that initial formalities from preparation of DPRs, estimates, etc to getting approval of concerned Union Ministry, obtaining of clearances, sanctions and release of funds should be completed within the rainy months so that the actual work on the ground can be executed during the few dry months. He asserted that only then actual progress of the work can be ascertained.
Tuki also cited the delay created in finalization and sanction of projects in the offices at various levels both at the Center and the State that result in cost overruns and delay of projects. To overcome the hurdle he suggested sensitization of bureaucrats as well as technocrats at all levels and imbibing in them sincerity and work culture.
Calling attention of the Union Minister in particular and the Ministry of Road, Transport
& Highways in general, Tuki informed the State Government’s decision to propose a
bypass road and develop the 4-
The Chief Minister specifically urged for support to the state government’s proposal
for a East-
“This road after covering all our foothill areas shall ultimately connect with the National Highway 52 at Ruksin. This proposal did not get any headway despite being an important project. I would earnestly request you to kindly consider this road on priority,” he said.
Tuki also called attention of the MoRTH towards the recently declared National Highway
(NH-
“I request your kind intervention to expedite the matter and entrust the responsibility
to the State PWD for execution of this project under SARDP-
On the existing Bhalukpong-
The Chief Minister also asserted the importance of erstwhile Stillwell Road in the context of India’s Look East Policy. He said the road portion within Myanmar and beyond needs to be developed for establishing trade and commerce relation with South East Asian Countries so that the Look East Policy actually takes off in a meaningful way.
The other two road projects highlighted and sought consideration by the Chief Minister
were the Passang-
The journey from Guwahati to Tawang will be a matter of few hours once the Bhutan
government completes the 20 km stretch from Tashigang in Bhutan to Bleting in Tawang
district, Tuki informed. The 48-
The Chief Minister requested the Union Minister to take up the matter with appropriate authority
RGU celebrates 30th Foundation Day
RONO HILLS, Feb 04: Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) has celebrated its 30th Foundation Day in a befitting manner at the university auditorium today. It was on this very day in Feb 4, 1984 the university foundation stone was laid by former Prime Minister of India Lt. Indira Gandhi.
Attending the function legendry naturalist of North-
Dr. Choudhury said that Arunachal Pradesh has the largest mammalian diversity in India with second largest birds diversity after Assam along with high reptilian variety.
While giving an exclusive power point presentation on the topic referring to the state Dr. Choudhury emphasized on few major recommendation to create more protected areas to cover as much habited as possible for long term conservation and massive conservation education and awareness drive for generating better appreciation among the local communities.
“For visible economic benefits out of conservation, regulated ecotourism should be developed in a big way and we need to protect wildlife for our own economy” he said.
Strengthening of anti-
Commemorating a painstaking journey of last 30 years since the inception of the lone university in the state, Vice Chancellor (In Charge) Prof. K C Kapoor highlighted a university profile through a power point presentation.
Recollecting the microbial beginning of the university with 3 Departments mainly Education, Pol. Science and History Prof. Kapoor informed that 18 faculties ran these departments with only 49 students. Today RGU is equipped with 18 departments, 2 institutes, 116 teachers and 1340 students, he informed.
Prof. Richob Taba, Registrar and Prof. D N Das, Dean, Life Science also spoke on the occasion. (Contributed by RGU Mass Com student Debananda Medak)
NNA seminar on women and girl child ends
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: Nyishi Nyem Acham (NNA) conducted three days Symposium cum Seminar on the "Codification of Nyishi Marriage Laws, Property Rights of Women and Girl Child" from 31st Jan to 2nd February at Nyikum Nyia Hall, Nirubjoli, amidst huge gathering.
Fifteen papers were presented in the three days Symposium cum Seminar. The papers were presented by former Home Minister Neelam Taram, Dr Bombei Tayeng Toko, Dr Nabam Naka Hina, Dr. Pallabi Hui, Dr Hui Tagh, Dr N.T.Rikham, Dr Joram Yallam Nabam, Taw Azu, Bengia Tada, Geeda Murtem, Tame Yam Natung, Bamang Rima Lengbia, Raidhilu Chai Techi, T.T.Tara, Rosey Taba and Rev. Halli Likha Ama. All of these highlighted the marriage system of Nyishis practised in 5 Nyishi inhabited districts. Nyishi Nyem Acham presented a paper on Identified Issues and Concern amongst Nyishi women and Girl child. The issues and concerns were polygamy, child/early marriages, absence of laws concerning property rights of women, girl child and widows and poor infrastructure in Govt. schools and non availability of teachers. The programme was inaugurated by capital MLA, Techi Kaso, who encouraged and appreciated NNA, for taking towards gender justices in the society. Tadar Yadir on the occasion, stressed on the importance of codification of customary practices as there is no written records so far and she also suggested for registration of marriage for security of women.
Padmashree Binny Yanga also spoke on the occasion and encouraged NNA for these noble steps.
Political Secretary to Chief Minister Bamang Tago, who is also a human rights activist in his valedictory speech, applauded the NNA for this noble initiative for women rights. He said that bad practices in the society should be done away through this kind of awareness program starting from the grass roots. He appreciated the perfect composition of participants of the seminar which comprised of Academicians, Social Activists, NGOs, Women Organization from the five district, executive members of NES,ANSU, ANYA and most importantly PIs, GBs from all district. He appreciated Tadar Yadir, Dipti Bengia Tadar and Gumri Ringu, who have been role models and have been fighting for the cause of women since their student days.
Radhilu Chai Techi, Vice Chairperson of SCW, said that women should discourage child marriage as it indirectly encourages polygamy which is in total violation of our Fundamental Rights. She also called for initiation of strong movement in the lines of Mizoram, which has established customary Laws of Marriage. The members present on the occasion also observed two minutes silence and prayed for heavenly abode of Late Jikom Riba, a retired IAS officer who passed away on February 1 last.
Stay united for development: Ering
PASIGHAT, Feb 04: People should stay united and extend their fullest cooperation to the Government for all round development of the state, said Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs Ninong Ering.
Addressing the people during his recent visit to Tarak village, Ering said the villagers should be proud of their origin and develop self confidence. With self retrospection and amendment, one can march forward in the path of development, setting example for others, he said.
Replying to the memorandum submitted by the villagers, the Union Minister assured to provide Rs. 10 lakh for construction of a community hall. If required, more funds will be provided for it in days to come, he assured. He also sanctioned Rs three lakh for construction of a Gangging in the village.
MLA Alo Libang, who accompanied the Minister during his visit, said that we are living in a secular society where all believers of religions live in harmony. However, we should take pride that we are following a religion which believes in the Creator, who is the supreme. He appealed people not to mix culture with religion. He assured all cooperation for development of the area.
The Industries Minister Tapang Taloh informed the various steps taken up by state the government to develop the area. Fund for extension of road and construction of some houses has been approved by the government, he informed. The beneficiaries should relocate themselves and set up a model village. This will help check the congestion of the village, Taloh suggested. He also informed that the state government has sanctioned Rs 10 lakh for construction of the Dere. He appealed the executing agencies and contractors to complete the works in time maintaining quality works.
Participation in developmental process will make people more responsible, he said, and invited all to be a part of the development initiatives. He assured to take up the matter of teachers’ quarters with the authority concerned.
Earlier, Ering, Taloh and Libang inaugurated the Tarak village Donyi Polo Gangging.
Later, Ering witnessed the 1st Dr. Daying Ering Memorial Open Football Tournament at Kamba.
West Siang Deputy Commissioner Marnya Ete, Col. GD Pandey of 6th Bihar Regiment and Ijum Karbak also attended football tournament. DIPRO
‘Sexual assault on minor girl alleged’
Angry mob gherao Pasighat PS
Correspondent
PASIGHAT, Feb 04: An angry mob, including members of women’s wing of Adi Bane Kebang (ABK), Pasighat Women’s Welfare Association and others today gheraoed Pasighat Police station in protest against alleged inaction of police in arresting the culprits involved in sexual assault of a minor school girl at Jarku (Muriline) village near here.
The women protestors alleged that police is not taking the case seriously which has
caused a great deal of dissatisfaction among the mothers. Further, the police is
all set to grant bail to the prime accused in the case, who was arrested in a non-
According to report, a 13-
The complainant also mentioned involvement of some persons in the sexual harassment of the girl, who allegedly stayed for three nights in the house with the girl.
The protestors said that the police did not arrest the culprits involved in the incident even after it has recorded statements of the complainant and victim as well. Though the police is well aware of the incident, it is not willing to arrest the offenders, they alleged.
But, Pasighat police denied any loophole in the investigation process informing that
it has registered a case under section 343 IPC (Pasighat PS case No-
“We arrested the accused on charge of wrongful confinement, (bailable offense) after receipt of an FIR from the victim’s mother that her young daughter had been kept in confinement by the accused inside her residence,” IO said.
“Neither the complainant nor the victim complained of any sexual harassment during their statements,” the investigating officer added.
“However, the report of medical examination of the victim is awaited,” said the officer-
ALSU lauds capital administration
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: The Arunachal Law Students Union (ALSU) has patted the back of Capital Complex Deputy Commissioner Sanjay Goel (IAS) for his efforts to bring sanctity in the state capital. In a release ALSU President Tadar Tarish called upon every law abiding citizen of capital to come forward and extend support to DC Goel and his team who are working overtime to make capital an ideal place to live.
“He is having visions to develop capital complex. Under his control, the controversial AAPSU election was conducted peacefully in Itanagar, which Ziro District Administration could not because of law and order problem. I would call upon the citizens of the capital complex to strengthen the hands of the DC in his efforts to make the capital worth living. Such types of young officers are the need of the hour,” stated Tarish. He further added, “ALSU will certainly support such honest officers when there is the need. However I would like to call upon the deputy commissioner to ensure the availability of the basic needs like regular electricity and water supply in every parts of capital. He also needs work towards controlling the prices of essential commodities. I appeal the deputy commissioner to ensure that at least necessary facilities are made available regularly to all citizens in all sectors of the capital complex.”
“With such honest men in chair”, ALSU appeals the state Government to let IAS officer like DC Goel to complete the tenure of Deputy Commissioner in capital complex.
“Every likeminded citizen of the state knows that political leader of Arunachal Pradesh target those officers who does not work for the interest of politicians and result comes with transfer of such sincere officer even before the completion of the tenure,” the ALSU said. The Union calls upon the citizen of capital complex especially the young generation Arunachalee to support such type of honest officer and he should be allowed to complete his term in office without any disturbance. We also request Chief Secretary of our state to bring more IAS officers like DC Sanjay Goel for the greater interest of the state as a whole,” stated ALSU.
Tai Tagak new state BJP president
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Rajnath Singh has
appointed Tai Tagak as the new State BJP president for Arunachal Pradesh for the
term 2013-
Prior to this assignment, Tagak held the posts of state BJP General Secretary, Party Spokesman, State Returning Officer (SRO) of the party organizational elections 2006. He was instrumental in forcing the state government for bringing laws for recognition and official status for the leaders of Opposition in the state Assembly, moved Office of Profit matters which happened for the first time in the history of State Politics. It may be mentioned here that prior to his joining in politics, Tagak was a renowned social worker and cultural activist associated with various welfare and national service organizations. He also represented the state at various forums at national and international from time to time.
Tagak joined BJP as a primary member during the term 1997-
Tagak contested in the state Vidhan Sabha elections 2004 from 19-
Rksm School Celebrates Annual Day
KHONSA, Feb 04: The famous Ramakrishna Sarada Mission Girls’ School (RKSM) here celebrated its annual day on February one with various programmes.
Addressing the students on the occasion as the chief guest Yumsen Matey, Parliamentary
Secretary, DoTCL and SWWCD said that even a villager could be educated in his own
field but to be literate truly was different. He asked the students to be well-
Matey described the RKSMS as a temple of learning wherein the students learn not
only academic courses but also other co-
Tirap Deputy Commissioner Dr Sachin Shinde, who was also present on the occasion asked the students to set goal and dream big. He said that there is no substitute for hard work and narrated about his experience in boarding school. He appreciated the teachers and staff for shaping the career of the students properly. He sanctioned Rs 90,000 for purchasing furniture.
Earlier, the Secretary Mataji while giving the annual reports highlighted the achievements
of the school in various fields. She also threw light on some of the pressing problems
of the school and appealed to the government agencies and public to extend their
co-
The students presented attractive cultural programmes which enthralled the huge gathering.
Earlier, Matey and Shinde distributed prizes to the winners of different events. DIPRO
AAPSU to fight for NERIST, RGU’s causes
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) led by its president Kamta Lapung today met Students Union of Nerist (SUN) and campus authority and discussed various problems, particularly land encroachment and security management of the institute.
On being informed by the SUN general secretary that 240 hectares (approx) of land of the institute campus has been allegedly encroached by the outsiders creating major problem in the development of institution, AAPSU president Kamta Lapung assured to extend all kind of help in resolving the problems and disturbances of NERIST.
Describing land encroachment as one of major problems in development activities in the state, the president said that AAPSU will never tolerate any such activities which pose threat and hindrance to development of institute of higher education like NERIST, Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) and National Institute of Technology (NIT).
AAPSU appealed District Administration to extend fullest support to carry out eviction drive around NERIST campus. He said that the date and time for a joint inspection by AAPSU, SUN and district administration of the encroached land will be disclosed soon.
SUN has criticized the illegal occupants for entering into the institute campus thus disturbing its academic atmosphere. SUN urged all to refrain from politicizing the issue.
Director of the NERIST appealed all the people across the state particularly AAPSU to protect NERIST which is an identity of Arunachal and NE region as a whole.
“It is an institution where we do expect to produce quality human resources for better changes,” the director said. He also informed the visiting AAPSU about irregular power supply which has disturbed the smooth functioning and academic process in the campus. He thanked AAPSU for coming to the institute to take stock of various problems at the ground.
Later, the AAPSU team attended 30th Foundation Day of RGU where they interacted with officials of RGU. The team met VC incharge and Registrar RGU. During their short interaction, the authority of RGU disclosed several grievances to AAPSU team such as acute crisis of drinking water, shortage of vehicles (Bus) and approach roads within the campus for effective administration.
Meanwhile, the VC incharge informed about the University’s initiative to get maximum reservation for admission of ST student of Arunachal Pradesh in RGU.
AAPSU urged State Government to look into the various problems of RGU and solve them immediately for the betterment of the students.
CM calls for development friendly atmosphere
YUPIA, Feb 04: Chief Minister Nabam Tuki has called for creating a development friendly atmosphere in order to complete all developmental activities within stipulated time.
Addressing a huge gathering of HoDs, public leaders, GBs and general public in development meeting at Ramghat under Tarasso circle, Tuki urged them to extend cooperation to the various executing agencies, instead of creating hurdles, for successful completion/implementation of all developmental projects in time.
Speaking on the Govt ambitious policy to encourage the farmers of the state, he informed that his Govt is ensuring to provide farm mechanization tools and implements on subsidy basis to the farmers through Chief Minister Agricultural Policy so that they can use modern technology in farming activity. This policy would immensely benefit the farmers, he said, and suggested them to take full advantage of the policy.
Acknowledging that poor road connectivity and marketing facility remained a stumbling
block in the development of agri-
The chief minister announced Rs.1crore for construction of Community Hall and Rs. 2 crore for construction of inter village road connectivity.
Parliamentary Secretary Nabam Rebia, who accompanied the Chief Minister, among others, said that although Tarasso is considered as one of the granaries of Papum Pare district the farmers here can not market their produce properly but due to poor road condition and lack of marketing facilities.
ADC Tarin Dakpe, Congress Youth Leader Nyamar Kabak, officers, public leaders, GBs and general public attended the meeting. DIPRO
Capacity building prog for development functionaries
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: The 6 days training programme for building capacity of development functionaries on sustainable livelihood approaches in NER (Arunachal Pradesh) concluded at College of Horticulture and Forestry, Central Agricultural University, Pasighat on February two sponsored by the National Institute of Rural Development, North Eastern Regional Centre, Guwahati.
The training aimed at developing capability of Extension workers of the region and emphasis was given on agriculture, horticulture and allied disciplines to make it as an option for livelihood.
Addressing the valedictory function, Dr AK Pandey, Dean, College of Horticulture & Forestry, CAU Pasighat spoke in details on livelihood options and opportunities in rural India particularly North East Region. He also explained how the agriculture and horticulture sectors can provide sustainable livelihood to the farmers in the region by increasing the productivity as well as the quality of the various crops.
In his welcome address to the trainee participants, Course Coordinator Dr. Bhanu Prakash Mishra gave highlights of the six days training programme.
Resource persons from NIRD-
Altogether 30 participants attended the training programme from various institutes such as GTC Pasighat, VTI, Pasighat, ATMA office Pasighat, DHO office Pasighat and Project Fellows and FCLA’s from CHF, Pasighat.
Capacity building programme on disaster management
ITANAGAR, Feb 04: The two days Capacity training programme on disaster management
was organized by the department of disaster management, Namsai at Community Hall
Mahadevpur, Lekang circle on January 30 -
Addressing on the programme SDDMO Namsai, Emily Tingkhatra stressed the role of
every individual at the time of adversity and told that since the area is flood prone
and everyone should be always on their toes to respond in event of any disaster.
She also told about Four R’S -
Addressring the programme the EAC Mahadevpur stressed the co-
Another resource person AE, PHED spoke about cleanliness and safe drinking water. He added that disasters cannot be totally prevented but its effects can be minimized to a certain extent.
The firefighters gave a demonstration on a simple life saving equipment with easily available materials. They also told causes of common fire accidents and ways to prevent them.
The scouts and Guides also exhibited their skill and performed mock drill on how to save people’s life and property at the time of disaster.
- Chalk-
out work calendar for NE region: Tuki - RGU celebrates 30th Foundation Day
- NNA seminar on women and girl child ends
- Stay united for development: Ering
- ‘Sexual assault on minor girl alleged’
- ALSU lauds capital administration
- Tai Tagak new state BJP president
- Rksm School Celebrates Annual Day
- AAPSU to fight for NERIST, RGU’s causes
- CM calls for development friendly atmosphere
- Capacity building prog for development functionaries
- Capacity building programme on disaster management
- LOSAR festival
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BomdiLa, Feb 04: ‘Lo-
Preparation for this festival starts from the middle part of the 12th lunar month.
It basically consists of managing sufficient meat, butter, cheese, flour, edible
oil, chhang, fruits, sweets etc. Sufficient firewood’s are also collected well in
advance to be used during the festival to encounter the extreme cold winter. New
and colourful clothes are bought to be worn during the festival. A whole day is spent
on making a special kind of cake of fried loaves called ‘Bongbu nelap’ and ‘khab-
On the twenty ninth day of twelfth lunar month, dwelling houses and its surroundings
are thoroughly swept, white washed, painted and roof of the houses are replaced with
new planks. The curtains of door and windows are replaced with new ones to have a
new and fresh look in the New Year. Keeping aside a little bit of refuse to be disposed
of in the evening; the rest is disposed of in the daytime. A special gruel called
‘Guthug’ (twenty ninth day gruel) is prepared for dinner. Different substances like
peppercorn (yier), a pinch of salt, a chilly, a piece of coal. A small quantity of
cotton, a piece of cheese, a dab of butter etc. each are placed inside small dumplings.
These dumplings are added to the gruel. Each member of the family is given one such
dumpling when the gruel is served. Each of these substances has their own interpretation,
though not to be taken seriously as it is sort of making fun of each other in the
family in the eve of pre-
From the last bowl of the gruel, every member contributes a little quantity of gruel,
which is collected in a container. When all the members have finished eating, an
effigy of malignant spirit is made with dough. Each member of the family is given
a small piece of dough which is pressed inside the palm of the right hand and then
is rubbed all over the body as a gesture to remove all kinds of sickness, obstacles
and misfortunes. The effigy of the evil spirit along with the gruel collected in
a container and the refuse gathered in the day, the dough with the impression of
the palm, a piece of rag etc, are then thrown onto a cross-
On the thirtieth day of the twelfth lunar month, decoration of house is done. Coloured
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Biscuits loaves, fresh and dry fruits, liquors, tea-
Early morning of the first day of Losar, one or two members of the family first go
to draw first, fresh and pure water of the new year to be received at the first crow
of the cocks in the early morning from the water point like stream or water tap.
Water points are thoroughly decorated. Incense and chhang are offered at the source
or near the tap; a scarf (khada) is tied around the water point or tap; prayers are
recited and greet each other for the New Year among the people coming for drawing
the water. The Water so drawn on that early morning is believed to be specially purifying
and sanctifying as it has been cleansed by the starlight of the night before. So
there is a competition to draw first, the first water of the New Year. For this competition,
people in the best of their attire assemble at the water point from the mid-
From the second day onwards, people visit each other’s houses greeting each other
a happy new year (Losar Tashi delek). Guests are entertained with unusually sumptuous
meals. Between the meals, the elders amuse themselves with games of dice, Mahjong
etc., and kids play various traditional games like-
Losar ends with positive note to see again next year with as healthy as the tiger, as fatty as the pig, as strong and stable like rocks, longevity of life like river, luck and fortune flourish like wild fire, name and fame shines as the sun and moon.
Sex determination and its impact in society
The foremost reason for gender-
This is a finding of a household survey on sex determination undertaken by the Delhi-
The social audit has further revealed that community members in Delhi’s posh localities believed that sex selection is practiced by economically backward strata of the society. According to these Delhi residents, the ‘educated class’ does not subscribe to the ideology of preference of the male child. Yet, the survey points out that there were a large number of selective abortions of the female feotus in these very areas.
The audit revealed that respondents were also not aware of the laws governing pre-
Despite sex-
Serious consequences of this practice have led to increased sexual violence against women, endangering their social and economic independence and increased cases of child abuse and incest.
According to the recent UNICEF report, there is a dramatic decline in the sex-
Forestry Students being deprived
Dear Editor,
Through your esteem daily, I would like to bring to notice of the authorities concerned about the plight of the Forestry graduates of Arunachal Pradesh. I am a Forestry post graduate from NERIST. Though I have somehow managed to make it through a job in Forest dept., I, on behalf of all the Forestry graduates, would like to put forward the common frustration and problems faced by all of us.
Being a Forestry student, I had expected at least some kind of preference in jobs
of Forest Dept. for us, if not a full reservation. But later I realized that my four
years of specialization in Forest related topics have nothing to do when it comes
to getting job in Forest Dept. Whether it is for Range Forest Officer (RFO) or Assistant
Conservator of Forest; we have to compete with all the candidates from any science
background, both technical and non-
I am not against any individual from different background, but why the forestry and
related candidates be made an escape goat, that too for non-
And if it’s only Forestry candidates in these jobs, even training period could be reduced to a maximum of 6 months or so, as in training centre too we are thought nothing but the same forestry subjects once again. It surely will reduce government’s expenditure and time that is spent on training new recruits. I don’t know about the future, but keeping the present situation of Forestry graduates of our state in mind, I feel a great sense of duty to discourage young students to take up Forestry as your subject for higher studies.
Everything said and done, I know that I am wasting time in requesting for a change. But still, my last request to the authorities is that either
• Have (at least some) reservation for forestry students in Forest Dept.,
• Or make Forestry (and or related subjects) a compulsory for all in recruitment exams of Forest Dept.
• Or simply Ban Forestry Degree.
Yours,
Tai Dora
BSB colony
Changlang
