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Kalaktang (Arunachal Pradesh), Jan 29: Cross border terrorism on the Indo-
SSB Tezpur Frontier Inspector General Sarwan Kumar told PTI that there was no movement of terrorists along the international border area following the BOPs.
On earlier reports of militant outfits, specially National Democratic Front of Boroland Songbijit faction NDFB(S), taking shelter in the dense forests bordering Bhutan, Kumar said after setting up of the BOPs in Arunachal Pradesh towards Kalaktang no movement of insurgents have been detected.
He said Bhutan has also set up permanent border outposts manned to ensure full security cover.
Arunachal Pradesh shares about 700 km border with Bhutan and out of this 217 km area is manned by the SSB.
Stating that huge quantities of narcotics substances like cannabis and others totalling 1,300 kg worth Rs 11 crore were seized, Kumar said the SSB Tezpur Frontier also conducted operations in various areas and seized Rs 1.12 lakh fake currency notes, Rs 6.71 crore worth timber and above Rs 15 lakh worth wild life materials, besides destroying 31 acres of cannabis plantation at Kalaktang.
According to SSB officers, the force was also working to increase the number of women in its combat force.
The force has 67 battalions on ground at present (about 67,000 personnel) and in the next two years it would raise more such contingents to increase its number to 73 battalions, they added. PTI
One dead in Daporijo fire, CM concerned at repeated fire mishaps
[ Karda Natam ]
Daporijo, Jan 29: Fire has taken two lives in Upper Subansiri within a span of 24 hours.
One Dumsa Motu, who was around 60 years of age, was burnt to death in a devastating fire accident which broke out at Bokpin colony near Polo colony on Saturday afternoon. Two kutcha houses were gutted down during the accident. All household items were destroyed.
CRPF personnel along with public were seen rescuing the fire victims during the accident. However, fire tender could not reach the spot on time.
The cause of the fire accident is yet to be ascertained.
Earlier in Dumporijo, a child was burnt to death.
Chief Minister has expressed concern over repeated fire mishaps being reported from various corners of the state, the latest being the incident at Dumporijo in Upper Subansiri district.
Khandu appealed the people to remain cautious and adopt preventive measures to avoid such mishaps.
"We need to be extra cautious, especially in the villages where we mostly live in thatched houses and use fire extensively during the winters. I appeal all stakeholders to spread awareness on fire mishaps and prevent loss of lives and properties," he added.
Khandu has mourned the death of Chayir Naji (9) who lost her life while her uncle Mopak Laigi sustained severe burns.
Condoling the death of the girl, Khandu assured ex-
‘Willing to strengthen health facilities’: Governor
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: Newly appointed Governor of Arunachal Pradesh PB Acharya has expressed his willingness to strengthen the health facilities in the State.
"I want to see my beloved people of Arunachal Pradesh, particularly the younger generation, healthier and stronger," the Governor said during his visit to RK Mission Hospital on Sunday.
The Governor interacted with Swamijis Swami Pradipananda, Swami Vedavidyananda and Swami Naravirananda and requested them to expand their services to different corners of the State and set up more centers.
Earlier in the day, the Governor visited the Hoolock Gibbon Conservation & Breeding Centre in the Biological Park and the Jawaharlal Nehru State Museum, Itanagar.
Pleased to see the primates for the first time at the biological park, he christened the male primate as 'Jayesh' and female as 'Jaya'. He appreciated the forest officials for taking proper care of the zoo.
The Governor suggested for introduction of transport system in the ring road to ferry people during their visits and also suggested for improvement of the road to the facility within the zoo. The Governor expressed his concern for better drinking provision for the animals.
Earlier, PCCFs Omkar Singh, GN Sinha and Dr. Rabindra Kumar along with Zoo in-
At State Museum, the Governor said, he was impressed by the arrangements in the museum.
Observing that there were only 600 visitors last month, the Governor said efforts should be made to encourage the young people, particularly students, to visit the museum. PRO to Raj Bhawan
Year’s first phase IPPI campaign launched across state
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: The State joined the nationwide campaign against polio virus by launching the year's first phase of Intensive Pulse Polio immunization (IPPI) across the State on Sunday.
Director Health Service Dr. Moji Jini launched the Intensified Pulse Polio Immunization
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After administering the polio drops, Dr Jini said that though India has been declared as polio free nation in 2014, however, the threat remains as Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nigeria still have cases of the virus.
Informing even sick and new-
He added these drops are completely safe and in addition to routine immunization doses where repeated doses provide additional protection.
NHM Nodal Officer Dr, Dimong Padung informed that the department had arranged polio booth in every districts of the state where many villages and towns are benefiting from it in the first day, adding the department officials shall visit house to house in the second and third day so that no children are left out from the programme.
Informing around 28 polio booths have been opened in capital complex alone, Dr Padung told that extensive arrangements have been made for the programme where their officials have reached through helicopter and foot march even in the remote area like Vijaynagar, Tali etc.
The second round of IPPI will be held on April 2nd where it targets 2, 32, 464 houses, 1, 79, 767 children (0 to 5 years) and 2895 IPPI booths under the programme.
At Namsai, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein and Parliamentary Secretary Planning
Chow Zingnu Namchoom launched IPPI campaign at Government ANM School Namsai by administering
polio drops to the new-
Deputy Commissioner RK Sharma, DMO Dr Nani Rika, ZPC Chow Kyasing Mounglang, DRDA (PD) Vijay Talukdar, ZPM Mahajin Chowpoo, MO (in charge) Chow Lot Manchey, other officers from CHC and various departments, ANM trainees and ASHA workers were present on the occasion.
Mein along with the MLA inspected maternity ward, neonatal intensive care unit, operation
theatre of the district hospital and also visited few patients and enquired about
their well-
Later, Mein also inspected the newly established Government Nursing School.
While assuring all necessary equipments and instruments for the hospital as well as Nursing School, DCM asked the health authority to submit a comprehensive proposal mentioning all requirements such as medicines, manpower, equipment and machineries including all renovation works and new constructions if need be.
The DCM asked the authority to prepare proposal purely on need base, and said that the government would fund for a complete proposal rather than for piecemeal requirements.
Earlier, Mein and Namchoom flagged-
The District Health Society of Papum Pare (Yupia) launched its programme at CHC Doimukh. Papum Pare Deputy Commissioner Tai Kaye inaugurated the programme by administering polio drops to a child of below five years
While launching the programme, the Deputy Commissioner advise the supervisors, vaccinators and health workers to carry out their assigned duties sincerely with responsibility keeping close coordination with other stake holders.
"IPPI programme is the key intervention to reduce infant mortality rate. Therefore, everyone must discharge duties with utmost responsibilities," the Deputy Commissioner said.
DRCHO Dr. J Ado informed that the IPPI programme will in the district will cover approximately 29,680 children.
Doimukh SDO Ibom Tao, DMO Dr. Tasso Kampu, DANO Dr. Tania Raju, DVBDCPO Dr. Tana
Aruna, Medical officer in-
At Anjaw, the programme was launched at Hawai CHC in presence of Deputy Commissioner Mamata Riba.
Deputy Commissioner Riba said that though the country has completely eradicated polio
with no report of new polio cases since 2011, we should not become complacent because
there is still risk of re-
Anjaw DMO Dr. K Perme congratulated the health workers in contributing the Nation's en devour to keep the country polio free for the last five years.
At Aalo, MLA and APEDA Chairman Jarkar Gamlin administered the first dose of polio drop to a child at General Hospital, Aalo.
Around 10, 500 children under 0 to 5 years will be covered under the programee in the district.
While visiting the under-
DMO Dr. Marbom Basar, DFWO Dr. Kengo Ori and host of doctors were present on the occasion.
Chief Secretary Shakuntala D Gamlin launched the first round of Pulse Polio Immunization drive at Tawang by administering polio drops to a child at a booth set up at Old Market.
Tawang, DC, SP, ZPC Tawang and veteran Bollywood actress Zeenat Aman, who accompanied the Chief Secretary, also administered drops to children.
In total, 3754 children were administered polio drops during the day in the district. The report from Zemithang circle is awaited.
The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Tawang made elaborated arrangements
to bring the service to the doorsteps of the people. 110 Polio booths were set up
in the entire district besides door-
The drive saw active participation from SSB, Army, PRI leaders, GBs, ASHAs and Anganwadi workers.
Earlier, a booth was also set up outside the Torgya festival venue mainly focusing on the children hailing from border villages.
At Daporijo, more than 2000 children were given polio drops during the day-
Parents were seen responding overwhelmingly as they stood in queue before the polio booths to give their child the life saving drops.
Polio booths were set up in every health facility at village and circle level. Door-
At Ziro, Pulse polio immunization was carried out in across Lower Subansiri district in 133 polio booths.
Deputy Commissioner Kemo Lollen visited all the polio booths in Ziro-
By the time of filing this report, of the total target of 5176 children 4903 (94.72)
children were immunized on day-
The left out children will be immunized through house to house visits on January 30 and 31.
At Seppa, the IPPI programme was kicked off formally by administering polio drops to a child by Seppa ADC D J Borah at Govt. Middle School Pacha, Seppa.
DMO Dr. C Lowang Mallo requested the people to come forward and bring all children of age below five years to their nearest health centre to administer polio drops.
Besides ADC and DMO, DRCHO Dr. K Lapung, DANO Dr. S K Suman, SMO Dr. K Sopin, MS K. Gyadi, and other health fraternities were present and witnessed the event.
The second round of the IPPI 2017 is scheduled to be launched in entire district on April 2 in order to cover all eligible children.
Governor calls for unity for vibrant democracy
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: Governor PB Acharya has said that for a successful and vibrant democracy, ruling and opposition parties play an important role.
He said when a delegation consisting of BJP, PPA and INC met him at Raj Bhawan on Sunday. BJP state party president Tapir Gao, former Deputy Chief Minister and PPA MLA Kameng Dolo and former Chief Minister and INC MLA Nabam Tuki called on him.
"The ruling party should not hamper the development of opposition MLAs' constituencies. This is against the principle of matured democracy," the Governor further advised.
Governor said that all should work for the development of the state as he advised the political representatives to work for overall development of the State and said that they should reach out to people in every corner of the State.
He further said that the strategic border area have to be united and work for the nation.
Armed Forces top the state awards list
Taba Ajum gets state gold medal
Staff Reporter
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: Armed force has topped the state award medal lists with six gold
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The state award was announced by the state government on 68th Republic Day Celebration which will be handed out on the Statehood Day celebration on February 20, 2017.
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Surprisingly, the police department has just one gold medalist-
The Arunachal Times's Assistant Editor and former Arunachal Press Club President Taba Ajum will be conferred the Gold Medal.
Renu Bengde of Kampu Hollen Orphanage Seppa and Nabam Runghki, Gaon Bura, one of pioneers to help establish Itanagar as Capital will get the Gold Medal.
The state government also announced gold medal for nine years old late Tarh Peeju who was also awarded National Bravery Award posthumously.
The school girl died while saving two of her friends in Pachin River last year.
Former Minister Techi Takar will also be awarded a gold medal posthumously.
Indian Idol 10 finalist Jeli Kayi and Tsanpa Norbu of Tawang will also get the gold medal.
SE Hydro Power Gumken Bagra and AE PWD Highway BOT Aalo Gemar Padu are among the gold medalists.
Weight lifters Jimjang Deru and Kojum Taba will also get gold medal for their achievements in various national and international competitions.
Turning Kamal into Brahma Kamal
[ Nani Bath ]
The continuation of political instability in this tiny himalayan frontier was anticipated
way back in 2011, when the Congress government headed by Jarbom Gamlin was being
toppled. Also, the road to the BJP, for Pema and his supporters, was visibly clear
when Desanglu Pul, wife of late Kalikho Pul (former chief minister who was unseated
by the Supreme Court) was fielded as BJP candidate in Hayuliang Bye-
What, however, was not anticipated was another round of political drama in the beginning of 2017, after Pema Khandu took over as the chief minister. The drama that unfolded ended abruptly as it began. It paved the way for young Pema to hold the lotus firmly with the help of, what people say, ‘Congress hand’.
If Takam Pario had a majority, what went wrong with him and his party (PPA)? There could be multiple factors, but two of them may be politically significant.
In anticipation of Pema’s undercurrent move to switch his loyalty from PPA to BJP,
‘K Cube’ (Kameng, Kahfa and Kaling) tried to act smarter and suspended the chief
minister (Pema Khandu) and some of his close aides. The suspension of the chief minister
Pema Khandu was the last-
This adds to another question. Did Tuki have political or other compulsions in not
helping the formation of Pario-
BJP’s office in Itanagar was teeming with activities once the news of BJP government formation in the state poured in. Its karyakartas were over jubilant, thinking that they would not be sidelined now, and the present government was going to be durable unlike 2003 Apang government.
Pema Khandu was declared as the BJP chief minister even before he was formally admitted into the party. He replaced Tamiyo Taga as the leader of the BJP legislature party without being actually elected. These happenings only reflected the nervousness of the BJP leadership. The karyakartas were still rejoicing! For the new comers, it was just a matter of replacing Gandhi cap with saffron muffler.
By the time the BJP karyakartas regained their consciousness it was too late. In the State Executive Committee Meeting, the BJP state president, Tapir Gao, had made it categorically clear that there would be no distinction in the name of ‘Old’ and ‘New’ BJP members in the party affairs.
Prior to this statement of the party president, Pema Khandu expanded his Cabinet by inducting only Mahesh Chai from the ‘original’ BJP MLAs besides Tamiyo Taga, who was inducted when PPA government was in place. There are twelve MLAs who were elected as the party nominees in the general elections. The BJP old timers expected at least three ministers.
In a significant turn of the events, office chamber of the state BJP president was
vandalised allegedly by some members of Ziro-
A young and agitated karyakarta questioned, “Is the discipline only for lower-
Unanimous mood within the party karyakartas has been that We planted the Kamal in the hills; nurtured it with love and dedication, but a guest visited our house; took away the Kamal, and turned it into Brahma Kamal. Only he knows where it is hidden. Our party president may have some idea but it would not be possible for him to travel the treacherous Himalayan road alone. Hemanta Biswa Sharma, chairman NEDA, may also have some clues.
Brahma Kamal, named after Brahma, the God of Creation, probably blooms only for one night in the entire year. A myth goes that when Shiva attached the head of an elephant on Ganesha’s body, he was bathed with water that was sprinkled from a Brahma Kamal.
By including Alo Libang in his Ministry, Pema appears to have targeted three kills with a stone: Kiren Rijiju, Gegong Apang and Tage Taki.
Almost immediately after joining of Pema in BJP, there were reports indicating that he was going to be replaced by Kiren Rijiju as the chief minister. Given his personality, mass support and standing in the party, Kiren throws a direct challenge to Pema’s leadership. Moreover, Kiren being in the national limelight could be a danger to the party president, Tapir Gao. So it is safe to assume that Alo Libang’s induction has got tacit support from the party president. How?
Alo Libang belongs to Eastern Parliamentary Constituency from where Tapir Gao contested unsuccessfully in the last general elections. As such, Alo’s induction is a political capital for him. Within and outside the party circle, there were talks about Tage Taki’s possible induction in place of Alo Libang. Taki is from Western Parliamentary Constituency, the one represented by Kiren Rijiju.
Tage Taki’s Assembly Constituency has given Kiren Rijiju the highest votes in the
last parliamentary elections, only second to Itanagar. Votes share of Kiren in Ziro-
Even by any conservative estimate, Kiren Rijiju’s supporters among the Apatanis would
be in the range of 10,000-
The Apatanis as a community, irrespective of political thinking and affiliations, felt hurt not because Taki was not inducted but more because his candidature was dropped at the last minute. Every minority community has a natural tendency to remain united under any adverse situations.
Community angle gets highlighted again in the action of the Disciplinary Committee
of the BJP. Three active members of Ziro-
Gegong Apang, once a powerful chief minister and now a senior BJP member, was defeated by Alo Libang, who did not have previous political experiences. Alo became a visible political force when Sr. Khandu (Dorjee Khandu) was the chief minister. Apang’s defeat could not have been possible without active support (political or financial) of the then chief minister.
Gegong Apang probably posed a threat to Sr. Khandu’s leadership, and is posing a similar threat to Jr. Khandu, though to a lesser amount.
If there is a ‘policy of containment’ against Kiren Rijiju, Hemanta Biswa Sharma could be a part of it. Kiren’s popularity in the region leaves very little political space for Hemanta. His dream of becoming regional/national leader may not be forthcoming so long as Kiren is in the helm of affairs.
If my sources are to be believed Jr. Khandu is eyeing ‘new faces’ for easy political
manoeuvrability, post-
There are talks in some corners that Takam Pario’s failed attempt to become chief
minister was actually motivated by their resentment against political domination
by leaders of a particular religious group. Incidentally, the chief minister, his
deputy, and the speaker-
Film on Hangpan Dada gets over 8L hits in three days
New Delhi, Jan 29: A documentary film on this year's Ashok Chakra awardee Hangpan
Dada has taken the internet by storm with over eight lakh views within three days
of its release, a tribute to the valiant soldier who killed three infiltrators single-
One of the makers of the 12-
"My father, who happens to be the Colonel of Assam Regiment, was tensed over the loss of a soldier. An ordinary Indian would not understand this, but being the son of an Army officer, I have always been inspired by stories of soldiers.
They have been a part of my upbringing," says the young filmmaker.
"I was not aware of the huge response but I wanted the valour of Havaldar Dada to go into the annals of history and these days history is internet. I talked to my two other friends and the result is extremely wonderful. The comment of one soldier, 'the film made me cry and smile at the same time', is etched on my mind and will remain my most treasured memory," says Somesh, who is a jingle expert in advertisement industry.
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"Dada’s presence was an inspiration for all those who were associated with him including his colleagues, friends and family. He was a hero since birth. As a kid he used to be the first one to accpet a challenge. His honesty made a huge impact on those around him. This was our motivation to make the film," he says.
Along with writer-
"We travelled from Kashmir to Arunachal Pradesh. We lived for a number of days with
the soldiers who fought with him in the operation so that we could understand their
feelings on a whole range of issues. It surely was a lifetime experience," Saha recalled.
He said he wished to travel once again to Arunachal Pradesh to meet the six-
Shetty, who took time off his routine job to work on the real script, said his aim was not to showcase Dada only as a soldier but someone who belonged to a family whose ties extended beyond the bond of blood.
"When we reached out to all the lives he had touched, the enormousness of his contribution came to fore. All we did was to showcase it as sincerely as possible," Shetty says.
Sharma, who is a post-
"For once, I wanted to experience what goes behind making of such a warrior. We were motivated to know more about the man, his upbringing, how he imbibed the rare daredevilry...
the reaction of his family on getting the news of his martyrdom....and the motivation which makes a man become so fearless to serve a national cause selflessly..," says Sharma.
Sharma, whose father is an Army veteran, says, "We were inspired to pay a befitting tribute to Dada and his family and the region to which he belonged. I saw it as a golden opportunity to pay tribute to the brave soldier as I could relate with the army atmosphere so well owing to my background. I always regret to have missed the opportunity of following in the footsteps of my father," says Sharma.
On the number of hits on social media and comments, all the three said that they were indebted to the nation and appreciated the response. "The response has been immense. It is an encouragement for us to make many more films on warriors of India," says Saha. PTI
KVK East Kameng conduct SAC meeting
SEPPA, Jan 29: Krishi Vigyan Kendra conducted its Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) meeting under the chairmanship of East Kameng DC Rajeev Takuk at KVK Pampoli here on Saturday.
Speaking during the meeting, DC Rajeev Takuk, while expressing concern over the pest management problem associated with farming in the State, requested KVK to devise some mechanism collectively to resolve this issue once and for all. Enquiring about trial on goat rearing, he informed that the area is very feasible and advocated for goat rearing and simultaneously, suggested to aware others to replicate the same.
Speaking about the type of soil of the district and test conducted so far, DC advised that ground reality and practical aspect should also be considered while conducting any trial or introduction of new variety, besides application of scientific methods.
"Focus should also be given on the effect of introduction of new variety to soil texture and its fertility beforehand," he suggested.
Admitting that a research centre should be well equipped, he opined that at least basic minimum infrastructure should be available in any institution to improve its work culture and progressive outcome. In the infrastructure front, he assured to pursue the matter with the concern authority for basic amenities and accommodation facility for the staffs and to provide financial assistance for arrangement of irrigation facility to FLD fields.
Acknowledging that agriculture and allied sectors are the backbone of this nation, DC urged that farmers should be given importance and supported at the fullest. "All benefits of any relevant schemes should be extended to genuine and needy farmers," he further added.
Earlier, Senior Scientist and Head of KVK Dr S Borthakur briefed the house about the progress report of the department till December, 2016. He further presented the Annual Action Plan and highlighted about the upcoming activities to be undertaken by KVK.
Periodic conduct of joint awareness, interaction and training programmes, collective adoption of a village by related agri and allied departments, regular filed visits of experts and specialists are some of the suggestions put forth by the members present. The Annual Action Plan of the KVK for 2017 was also discussed and approved.
Later, the committee led by the DC visited a farm belonging to a progressive farmer Madang Sonam. (DIPRO)
Man missing
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: A 28-
A missing report has been lodged at Itanagar Police Station.
In the complaint filed by the mother of the missing man Ravi Tang Jang, it said that he left home on January 28 around 12.40 pm and have not been since then.
Ravi, said to be 4.9 feet tall, was wearing T-
The mother of the missing man has appealed for information. She can be contacted
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NGO’s should work with devotion: Governor
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: Governor PB Acharya said that NGO's and social organizations should work with devotion towards betterment of the society at large, without any prejudice or self agendas. He said this during his meeting with the members of Arunachal Vikas Parishad (AVP) led by its president Pratik Potom at Raj Bhavan here on Sunday.
He also stressed upon the need to promote education, set up hospitals, orphanages across the State, as this would not only empower them but also strengthen the society leading to overall development.
The governor also underscored the need to speak mother tongue, emphasizing on the need to learn, teach and promote mother tongue or regional languages even at university levels and beyond that.
He further suggested AVP to work towards 'Swachh Bharat' and create awareness on policies and programmes of Central and State Governments, particularly Jan Dhan Yojana so that poorest of poor can avail benefits.
Athletic talent hunt organized for children
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: Altogether 323 children under the age group of 11-
Aimed at scouting talent for Olympics 2020 and 2024 from the state, the event was organized by Anglian Medal Hunt Company (AMCH) and supported by GAIL (India) Ltd.
The event was flagged off by state's first Everester Tapi Mra.
Of the total 323 participants, seven were selected for north East Zonal level competition which will be held on Feb 1st next at Guwahati.
CM praises Arunachal Pradesh tableau team
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: Chief Minister Pema Khandu has hailed and congratulated the team members of the tableau of Arunachal Pradesh that won the first position in the 68th Republic Day parade in the New Delhi.
The tableau depicted Yak Dance, a famous pantomime of the Mahayana sect of Buddhism and practiced in many parts of the state, particularly in Tawang and West Kameng districts.
"It is indeed a proud moment for Arunachal Pradesh. By winning the top position from amongst 23 tableaus including six from various ministries and departments, we have drawn attention of the entire country. This is a rare achievement," Khandu observed.
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He also congratulated and appreciated the efforts put in by the officials of IPR and Art & Culture in preparation of the tableau and its successful performance in the country's highest celebration.
CME on radiology
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: Indian Medical Association (IMA) Arunachal unit organized Continuing Medical Education (CME) on Radiology Updates here on Saturday.
Associate Professor Department of Radiology NEIGRHIMS Shillong, Dr Pranjal Pukhan deliberated on Interventional Procedure in Radiology.
Dr Wangju Sumnyan presented a paper on the role of radiologist in Cancer while Dr Taling Mari presented on Radiological perspective of acute abdomen.
All the doctors from Capital Complex actively participated in the academic discussion.
WHL conducts workshop
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: The Arunachal Women Helpline team conducted a workshop on Women's Rights and Women Helpline at Exalt Foundation School recently. The main purpose of the workshop was to make the children aware of concepts and issues related to Women Rights and to develop an understanding of its significance in day to day life experiences.
The first session of the workshop focused on giving an orientation to the functions of WHL to the students while in the second, there was a discussion on fundamental rights and women's rights.
By organising such workshops for the students, the school is trying to cultivate a culture of equality, said Yadam Marde, the chairperson of the school.
KAWS launches ambulance service
ITANAGAR, Jan 29: Karga Ao Welfare Society (KAWS), president Er Tabe Doni and Ranganadi NEEPCO HE project head Er B K Goswami have jointly flagged off the ambulance cum hearse at Nirjuli on Saturday. The vehicle was provided by NEEPCO to the Society under its Corporate Social Responsibility programme.
Speaking on the occasion, Goswami said that the ambulance cum mortuary van is first of its kind that the NEEPCO has provided to any society. Doni has extended sincere gratitude to the NEEPCO for their kind gesture.
The programme was attended, among others, by former minister Takar Doni, senior members of KAWS and NEEPCO officials.
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Trump should re-
The world’s most powerful country, the United States of America, is going through
a difficult transition period after swearing in of new president Donald Trump. His
action in the first week as president is having turbulent effect. Trump and his team
have been going hard on anyone who questions their decision with US media facing
the maximum heat. However it is the decision of Trump administration to ban entry
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Hope for Black-
Dear Editor,
This is regarding Jacob Ngukir’s letter“Welcome the winter visitor”(January 23).
His immense concern for the safety and dignity of life of Black-
I had read about the Black-
I hope the respect for those very birds in Arunachal Pradesh also would get translated into more concrete action. That few cranes have lost their lives in Sangti Valley after getting entangled in electrical wires is unfortunate. Mr.Ngukir has rightly asked the concerned Departments to see to it that more such tragic deaths do not occur. Else the highly intelligent sensitive species will not grace the state in future.
By drawing inspiration from Bhutan, necessary initiatives can be taken to provide
a safe refuge to the birds where they can stay undisturbed. The children and kids
can also be taught to admire them so that the birds continue to flock to Sangti Valley
and rest of Arunachal Pradesh. Yes, festivals can be organised in the honour of the
birds drawing tourists to the region from all over. But that tourism-
Ending my letter with a bit of personal note. I have been to almost all parts of
India and two of our neighbouring nations as well. No doubt Kashmir, Goa, Visakapatnam,
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Not USA or UK, neither Germany or Japan; rather Bhutan, possessing utmost respect and awarding great stress towards all things environment, ecology, social as well as human development and happiness is the only hope for the world if our planet needs to survive. Similarly I think that not Delhi or Bangalore, neither Gujarat or Bengal; rather it is Arunachal Pradesh, with its ‘Live and Let Live’ philosophy, which remains the beacon of hope in this “dog eat dog” suicidal selfish environment prevalent in this country.
Yours,
Kajal Chatterjee
Kolkata
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