June 12
HM allocates work to his deputy
NEW DELHI, June 11: Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's advice to cabinet ministers
to assign enough work to their junior ministers, Home Minister Rajnath Singh today
made his deputy Kiren Rijiju incharge of several divisions, including border management
and North-
Officials sources said Singh allocated divisions like disaster management, human
rights, border management, north-
The Minister of State for Home will be in-
Singh himself will handle crucial divisions like internal security, Left Wing Extremism,
centre-
The work allocation came days after the Prime Minister had asked his cabinet colleagues to allocate enough work to their deputies and report to him at the "earliest".
"It is requested that the distribution of work between the Ministers of State in your Ministry kindly be sent to this office at the earliest", Modi has said in a note sent to cabinet ministers. PTI
No post retirement appointments: Govt
NAHARLAGUN, June 11: The Government of Arunachal Pradesh has put a general ban on post retirement appointments of Government Servants in an order issued on June 6.
The head of department’s have also been directed not to process the proposals for
extensions/re-
Further, where extension / re-
Seminar on Children Indigenous Folklore
ITANAGAR, June 11: Department of Art and Culture in collaboration with North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC), Dimapur is going to organize a seminar on “Children Indigenous Folklore” on June 12 and 13 at Nyikum Niya Hall, Nirjuli.
Training on E-
ITANAGAR, June 11: A training programme on e-
E-
All the Chief Engineers, Superintending Engineers, key IT personnel of PWD attended the training programme, according to an official release.
AAPLU demands separate labour minister
ITANAGAR, June 11: The All Arunachal Pradesh Labour Union (AAPLU) in a memorandum has urged the Chief Minister to appoint a separate Labour Minister to look after the affairs of the working community.
Since Labor Department is one of the major departments with thousands of labour force, it needs a separate minister not only to look after the welfare of the labourers but also implement all labour laws letter and spirit in the state, the AAPLU memorandum said and urged the CM to appoint a sincere and able MLA as Labour Minister.
236 benefited from health camp
LONGDING, June 11: Altogether 236 patients were benefitted from the RCH health camp
conducted by the Longding District Health Society (DHS) at Pumao under Pumao circle
today. Besides health check-
The day-
K-
ITANAGAR, June 11: The much-
The Northeast round of live auditions will be held on 26th July at IMC Hall, Dimapur with 12 participants (6 singing team + 6 dance team) from the region selected via the preliminary online round.
The contest entries will run until the 13th of July. This will be the period to submit
and upload videos of contestants performing a song or dance cover of any Korean artists
within the video-
The winning team will be awarded all-
Last year, New Delhi-
Medical camps in Changlang
NAHARLAGUN, June 11: Vivekananda Kendra, Arunachal Pradesh Prant recently organized Medical camps in Changlang.
The camps started from 7th June and concluded on 10th June. Bubang and Yanman under
Khimiyong circle and Khuchep I under Changlang circle were covered during the camp
dating June 7-
More than 150 patients were examined and free medicines were distributed. 41 children were treated for worm infection.
It is to be mentioned that 10 Health Workers of Vivekananda Kendra are working in remote villages of Changlang especially in Khimiyong and Yatdam circles, where many villages don’t have any motorable roads.
Union alleges use of inferior quality material
ITANAGAR, June 11: In a letter to the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Namsai Sub Division, Lotong Banggo Students’ Union has alleged use of inferior quality material for construction of government secondary school, Jaipur. The union said that its members visited the school and found that inferior quality building materials were being used for construction.
The union called on the ADC to inspect the ongoing construction work and instruct the executing agency for speedy construction.
Anti-
ITANAGAR, June 11: Anti-
Signs, symptoms and causes of malaria, dengue and Japanese encephalitis, their preventive measures and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment were highlighted during the meeting by Papum Pare District Medical Officer Dr. R. Ronya and DRCHO Dr. Kipa Tuglik.
The meeting also chalked out strategies to ensure quality and complete coverage of DDT spray.
A mass tree plantation was also organized within the premises of ZMO office to mark the World Environment Day celebrations.
The programme concluded with a farewell function for RK Dutta, Zonal Entomologist, who retired in February last.
Reconsider validity period of NGOs, appeal societies
ITANAGAR, June 11: Various organizations have called for reconsideration of validity period of NGOs to be changed from one year to 3 years.
Organizations such as Himalayan Tribal Welfare Society, Orphan Trust Society, Langbia
VFMC, Sei Donyi Charitable Trust, Everest Welfare Society, Women & Child Development
Society, Buchi-
It also called for reducing the renewal fee which is Rs 4000 saying that many NGOs run on razor thin fund.
FC Doimukh lifts Taba Tath Memorial Football Trophy
ITANAGAR, June 11: FC Doimukh won the 3rd Taba Tath Memorial Football Tournament
defeating Gangte Togung SC 3-
The awards for ‘Best Player’ and Best Goalkeeper were won by Panye Raju and Tage Pilya of FC Doimukh respectively. Gyamar Apa of Gangte Togung SC became the highest scorer of the tournament. The discipline team award went to Model Sporting Club of Naharlagun.
Attending grand finale of the tournament, newly appointed Parliamentary Secretary Likha Saaya exhorted the youths to become a role model and involve in constructive activities for the betterment of the society. He assured them that he would try his level best as a parliamentary secretary for development of youth and sports in the state.
APYC president and APB&OCWWB chairman Nyamar Karbak said sports foster friendship, develop leadership quality and teach discipline. He asked the players to maintain the same spirit in future too.
The final match was also witnessed by vice president and general secretary of ANSU, among others.
News Impact
Rajnath, Rijiju assure full support to Arunachal
NEW DELHI, June 11: Chief Minister Nabam Tuki called on Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh and his deputy Kiren Rijiju separately at New Delhi today to discuss several important issues related to Arunachal Pradesh. Both Rajnath Singh and Kiren Rijiju assured full support and cooperation to the state.
While emphasizing the need to address critical challenges Tuki appealed Rajnath Singh
for enhancement of funds under Border Areas Development Programme (BADP), sanction
for modernization of police forces, two more IRBN Battalions as well as additional
para-
The Chief Minister also called on Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju at his North Block office here and discussed various matters related to home affairs in Arunachal with him.
Earlier in the day, the Chief Minister called on Union Minister of State for Finance, Commerce & Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman at New Delhi. In a memorandum submitted to the Union Minister, Tuki apprised her about the financial situation of the state and sought the intervention of the Union Finance Ministry for a special financial package to tide over the financial challenges that the state has been facing due to a low resource base.
The Chief Minister also had a comprehensive discussion on enhancing the trade and commerce activities in the state with special reference to border trade. The reopening of the Stillwell Road and to develop the border infrastructure near Pangsau Pass figured in the discussions. The Union Minister assured that the Arunachal Pradesh section of the Stilwell Road will be given priority.
While outlining the prospective steps to augment the sector, Sitharaman requested the state to develop a roadmap for the creation of commerce centres along the Trans Arunachal Highway. The Union Minister also mentioned the need to boost connectivity in the state and stressed on immediately expediting the construction of the road from Tawang to Rangiya through Bhutan. The Chief Minister requested the Union Minister to include this matter in the agenda for Prime Minister’s upcoming visit to Bhutan.
CM was accompanied by Chief Secretary Ramesh Negi and Secretary Planning Sonam Chombay for both the meetings. (Media Cell, CMO)
RMSA teachers appeal for release of salary
Staff Reporter
ITANAGAR, June 11: The teachers working under Rashtriya Madhyamik Siksha Abhijan (RMSA) has not been paid their salaries ever since they were appointed. Majority of teachers working under RMSA was appointed after going through grueling interview in the month of February this year and joined their respective place of posting in the month of March.
These teachers are well qualified with B.Ed degree and have passed Arunachal Pradesh
Teachers Eligibility Test (APTET). The non-
The RMSA teachers have appealed for the early release of salary. This year many Arunachalee students studying in various colleges of country have complaint about nonpayment of stipend money. Adding to it, SSA teachers are always in news demanding for release of their salaries. It’s time government of Arunachal address these concerns on priority.
2 extortionists arrested, 84 vehicles impounded
ITANAGAR, June 11: City Police today arrested two persons for allegedly demanding extortion money from shopkeepers of Chandra Nagar Market area here.
A case has been registered against the extortionist duo, identified as Shaan Sonam (23) and Tapung Bagang (27) under section 384 IPC at Itanagar Police station after police received a complaint against them, informed Capital SP Seju P. Kuruvilla.
The motorcycles used by the extortionist duo were also seized by police, the SP added.
84 vehicles impounded
A total of 84 vehicles were impounded by City Police along with Capital Complex ADM and DTO for various traffic violations during checking at Itanagar and Naharlagun in the last three days.
The vehicles owners were suggested to maintain and possess proper documents of their vehicles, fix proper number plates and park the vehicles properly without causing obstruction to traffic, the SP said.
Banned tobacco products seized, hardcore
criminal nabbed
Meanwhile, Lohit Police along with town magistrate seized 18 kg of banned tobacco and tobacco products like khaini, zarda, pan masala, gutka from various shops in Tezu yesterday.
Police also imposed penalty on 191 vehicles for violation of various sections of MV Act and realized Rs. 24,500 as fine from the violators, informed Lohit SP Tumme Amo.
Lohit police also achieved a major success when a team of police led by Chongkham
outpost in-
ILP checking has also been intensified in the district, he added.
Zero tolerance to corruption: MLA
ITANAGAR, June 11: While disclosing his roadmap for the development of 56 Khonsa-
The newly elected MLA convened the marathon development meeting at his village Dadam yesterday in which ADC, CO, 36 CRPF, CO, Dadam, HoDs, PRI leaders and public leaders of Dadam area actively participated.
He urged the HoDs to work with a missionary zeal and guide the villagers properly.
The MLA asked his people to co-
ADC H. Matcha while participating in the deliberations appreciated the MLA for conducting
the all important development meeting which helps in better co-
He said that many short-
All the HoDs spoke at length about their respective departments and asked the people
to co-
Earlier, the CO, Dadam, Asan Kri threw light on the multifarious problems faced by
the whole Dadam area and requested the MLA to look into those problems on priority.
Wangdi Hakhun, senior public leader highlighted on some of the new development in
Dadam and appealed all to strengthen the hands of the MLA to enable him usher in
unprecedented development in the 56 Khonsa -
Horticulture minister holds meeting with senior officers of department
ITANAGAR, June 11: Horticulture Minister Chowna Mein held a meeting of senior officers
of the department in his office yesterday regarding on-
During the meeting, Mein exhorted the officers to work more dedicatedly for welfare of the farmers. The vast available land resource of the state should be utilized for horticulture activity, and for which a proper land use policy and perspective plan is required, he said and suggested that special attention should be paid to backward districts like Tirap, Changlang, Longding, where drug addiction and illicit cultivation of poppy is still rampant.
Farmers should be provided livelihood alternatives through horticulture in a phased manner. Jhum lands should also be converted to permanent horticulture plantation for protection of the environment and also to provide alternative source of income to farmers who are engaged in jhum cultivation, he said adding that revamping of the department and mechanization of farm activities is essential for giving further boost to horticulture activity in the state.
The minister further advised the department to ensure that centrally sponsored programme, like NEC scheme should benefit small and marginal farmers rather than few individuals.
Secretary, Horticulture, Sudhir Kumar, suggested that there should be a paradigm shift in the approach of the department in planning and implementation of various schemes and projects in the present context.
He advocated for allowing contract farming in the state to use the vast available land resource.
Kumar further suggested for allowing consultancy service by officers of the department as per need of the farmers and entrepreneurs for proper utilization of technical manpower of the department and to provide the much needed moral boost and incentives to officers.
Taloh urges teachers to be punctual and dedicated
BOLENG, June 11: Education is not only an entry point to all opportunities, but also
essential human virtue that signifies man’s supreme position in society, stated Education
Minister Tapang Taloh today while holding an interactive meeting with the academicians
of Pangin-
In his address the minister Taloh said education uplifts our living standard. He
urged the teaching community to contribute their best in the state building process
saying that teachers are responsible for shaping futures of millions of youths. They
should demonstrate fair and moral actions and ensure that all the students are attending
their schools regularly. They must act like “Guru Dronacharya” who shared a special
bond with his pupils, he added. Moving towards sustainable development in education
sector, the teachers must be punctual, disciplined, dedicated and devoted. The government
schemes and projects should effectively be implemented to bring practical benefits
in the grassroots level with missionary zeal & vigor. He hoped the department would
create a people friendly atmosphere and function with full transparency. The minister
believes that the curricular and co-
Taking privilege, Taloh informed that during his last short tenure as Minister Industries, Textile & Handloom, the state achieved remarkable progress and brought laurels participating in national and international trade fairs and exhibitions. DIPRO
DC gives emphasis on punctuality; MLA calls for road map of development
PASIGHAT, June 11: A coordination meeting of all the heads of offices of the East Siang district was held here today. Among others MLA Kaling Moyong also took part.
Chairing the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Nidhi Srivastava, while appreciating all for their support and dedicated works for smooth conduct of recently concluded simultaneous election, urged all to be disciplined and punctual and infuse the same to their subordinate.
She informed that regular department-
Kaling Moyong thanked all for their support and hoped that with the help of the experienced officers, more development can be ushered in.
He said that electricity, health, education, water supply and roads etc will be his
priority. A road map of development is the need of the hour. Since the world has
become a global village, a new policy of development with unity has to be formulated.
Moyong said that he wanted to see a healthy, crime free and developed society for
which he sought co-
Threadbare discussion regarding the shortcoming and future planning were discussed in the meeting. DIPRO
Weigh Bridge at Ruksin BFC installed
Correspondent
RUKSIN, June 11: Fulfilling its efforts to check revenue pilferage at Border Facilitation
Centre (BFC) at Ruksin inter-
Inordinate delay in installation of the weigh brigde caused concerned of the state revenue department. There was report of tax evasion in the trading articles passing through the gate that actual measurement of weight of the trading goods is impossible without the help of specific machines.
It may be recalled that the government had sanctioned an amount of Rs 27 lakh for
installation of a weighbridge at Ruksin BFC. Presently, the BFC is using as main
office of Tax & Excise department in the Sub-
There is another weigh bridge project at the same BFC. The project worth Rs 17.62
lakh funded under Special Plan Assistance (SPA) -
The government has planned to install such machines with CC TV camera at eight other BFCs in the state.
SIRD workshop on training delivery, planning and monitoring
ITANAGAR, June 11: A four-
The programme is being attended by elected Zilla Parishad Members, Anchal Samiti Chairpersons and Members, Gram Panchayat Chairpersons and newly recruited Assistants under RGPSA.
Inaugurating the programme, DPDO in-
He said that the SIRD plays a very important role in imparting K S A and is the only organisation doing so in Arunachal Pradesh, therefore, their training needs to be taken seriously.
He encouraged the participants to have proper understanding of all concepts and disseminate the information as master trainers amongst their colleagues and subordinates.
Earlier speaking on the occasion, Dr. Kirto Loyi, Deputy Director SIRD cum in-
He assured all possible facilitation from SIRD in providing support for enabling concerned staffs to acquire required knowledge and expertise for data entry under ActionSoft.
He also informed about the latest instructions from MoPR where mandate updation of relevant MIS data pertaining to Panchayat Enterprise Suite (PES) is essential for receiving any subsequent allocation.
Dr. Rakesh Srivastava, Dy. Director SIRD cum Coordinator of the training programme dwelt on convergence of all resources at planning stage for creating a larger pool of resource in terms of manpower & funds for meeting critical gaps in local infrastructure.
He requested the participants to forward their training requirements in any field pertaining to their work area through concerned member secretaries so that SIRD is able to meet such demand at the first available opportunity.
Board endorses APB&OCWWB draft annual budget
ITANAGAR, June 11: The 13th Board meeting of Arunachal Pradesh Building and Other
Construction Workers Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB) held here yesterday endorsed the draft
annual budget of the Board for the financial year 2014-
Chairman of the Board Nyamar Karbak while appreciating the effort of the state government
led by Chief Minister Nabam Tuki for the welfare of the working class people by revising
the minimum wage, suggested the Board to figure out means for enhancement of remuneration
of the staff of the Board in the same line. The Board would work in tandem with the
government in fulfilling vision of the Chief Minister to uplift the socio-
Attending the meeting, Deputy Secretary (Finance) Danyi Pyaro, who is also a member of the Board, suggested the Board to work out mechanism to get back the fund of the Board deposited in the Govt. exchequer for the last two years.
Deputy Secretary (Law) and Member of the Board Ginya Bomjin stressed on proper implementation of all schemes in letter and spirit.
Earlier, action taken report was presented to the Board by Secretary S. De Sarkar.
Administrative Officer Neelam Tan presented the budget of the Board through a PowerPoint presentation.
Kenkar Yomcha, Board member and president of INTUC also spoke on the occasion and suggested the Board to create awareness campaign to make people know about various welfare schemes and activities of the Board for the welfare of working community.
‘State Govt committed to youth empowerment’
ITANAGAR, June 11: Chief Minister Nabam Tuki led state Govt is committed to the development
of youth. The Govt is taking every step to take the youth forward in the path of
self-
“The Government is with you. Believe in yourself and believe in others and treat everyone as your brother and sister”, said Jamoh. The parliamentary secretary also cautioned the participants, especially girls, as they leave for New Delhi to take special care of personal security.
The week-
Speaking at the valedictory function, Subu Tabin, Director Skill Development, Directorate of Skill Development and Employment Generation, explained to the trainees all technical aspects of the scheme and the necessity of all participants adhering to all norms set by the Government for the training to be successful. He also expressed great satisfaction over the Orientation Programme being done by Don Bosco Youth Centre and expressed desire to make the same mandatory for all Vocational Training Providers (VTPs) who take youth for skill training to various parts of the country as it helps the trainees to successfully go through the rigors of training and be motivated.
Dr. V. N. Sharma, State Liaison Officer for NSS, who was also present as Special Guest, requested the participants to make Arunachal shine in Delhi and to be disciplined, sincere and dedicated.
Taw Tebin, General Secretary, Arunachal Pradesh Catholic Association, who also participated in the valedictory function, extended the support from his personal side as well as from All India Catholic Association. “Our units are operational in most parts of the country and you can take assistance from All India Catholic Association in any case of emergency”, assured Taw Tebin.
Earlier, Fr. C. D. Mathai, Parish Priest, Catholic Church, Itanagar, spoke of the
services the Salesians of Don Bosco render to young people in 132 countries the world
over. He also expressed great happiness over the good-
Prem Khandu, representing the trainees thanked the Government of Arunachal Pradesh
for the wonderful opportunities being provided to youth. Prem also thanked DBYC
and all the staff for the ‘life-
The batch of fifty youth leaving for MIE, Gurgaron, today will take up training in Information and Communication Technology, Beauty and Hospitality & Tourism.
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Focus on Mac Mohan line
In a major step to fortify defences along the China border, over 50 new border posts
are being planned for the Indo-
As part of modernization and better border management planning of India's security
mechanism along this border, prone to a spate of incursions, the posts will be, under
the proposal, equipped with all the basic gadgets that the troops require to position
themselves at these icy heights. Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an election
rally at Pasighat town in month of February this year had asked China to shed its
expansionist attitude. While Modi may pursue for improving relation with China, his
indirect warning to China shows that his government will not accept any adventure
in border areas by Chinese security forces. Defence think-
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Let all the babies and mothers live
Dear Editor,
Through your esteemed Daily, I on behalf of the people of Aalo would like to appeal the highest authorities of Health Department to post one Gynaecologist at District Hospital.
On 4th June, one woman died while delivering a baby due to unavailability of Gynaecologist at hospital.
The people of Aalo, especially the bereaved family members are still in the state of shock that, the death could have been averted if a specialized doctor had attended to the delivering mother on that fateful day.
May be due to lack of basic infrastructure at Aalo Hospital, the doctors are in habit of referring most of the ailing patients to the nearest hospitals/nursing homes in Dibrugarh, Pasighat or Itanagar. These places are far away from Aalo. In many instances, the emergency patients have died while on way to these nearest hospitals.
Now, I could only imagine the health of people living in the inaccessible interior places of Arunachal Pradesh if the District Hospital itself is unequipped and unprepared for emergency cases.
Not only at Aalo, in all the District Hospitals, the local MLA and the Government should ensure the basic life saving tools, medicines, specialized gynaecologist and supporting staffs to save each and every new born baby and its mother. Hope the concerns and plight of the people of Aalo will be addressed sooner not the later.
Yours,
Remi Lollen
Anchal Samity Member
1/6 Bogdo-
31st Aalo East
Constituency
Mortgaging our future
Dear Editor,
I would like to place a few words in connection with the advance money taken from
NHPC on 30th June, 2007 by Government of Arunachal Pradesh. It was on 9th April,
2007, the Late Dorjee Khandu took oath of office as Chief Minister of Arunachal at
Raj Bhawan where he announced to revive the collapsed Co-
He managed to keep up his word by reviving the collapsed bank within three months and ten days but by taking advance money of Rs.225 crores on interest rate of 9% per annum from NHPC with an arrangement to adjust both principal and interest against 12% free power that Arunachal Pradesh is supposed to get in future from 2000MW Lower Subansiri Hydro Project, Gerukhamukh as and when it comes into operation.
It is learnt that cumulative interest amount has gone upto Rs.177,95,76,684/-
It is also learnt that due date for commissioning 2000MW LSHP, Gerukhamukh was Dec, 2013 but it has been pushed to 2017 due to protest. Till then 9% interest on Rs.225 cr will go on cumulating against Govt of Arunachal Pradesh.
Both principal and interest has came upto Rs.402,95,76,684-
This huge amount practically belongs to younger generation of this State but the amount has already been spent in advance due to previous policy makers of this State who went in the wrong direction.
However, Late Dorjee Khandu, former Chief Minister deserves appreciation for his prompt action which helped dragging out Apex Bank from deep gorge and presently it is functioning normally but by mortgaging future revenue of this State.
Now, taking it as one example, I would like to appeal policy makers of this State not to swing into such direction or take policy decisions which will cost much heavier in future rather than developing the state.
Yours,
Taro Chatung,
Senior Journalist
For many ‘Choice’ is not applicable
Dear Editor,
The 7th June editorial under the heading “Expectation from new health minister” made me think for a while and write to you.
I agree that health care cost is huge for majority of the population. In many cases families end up with heavy loans for the treatment of their ill members, making the families even more miserable. In that case, investment by private companies in setting up private hospital in my opinion, would not mitigate health care problem of our state, as corporate hospitals cater to the need of affluent groups. Profit seeking behavior is inherent nature of these companies, which brings up issues of inaccessibility to health care by health seekers. Poor citizens the ‘major sufferer’ in anyway will not be relieved from their sufferings. Those who can avail luxurious health care facilities can always seek services of their choice like corporate hospitals, which is blooming to the fastest. But for the vast majority, word ‘choice’ is not applicable.
According to a news report, Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan has said that
“the government is planning to set up 10 new AIIMS-
So, instead of luring by giving incentives to private companies to invest in our
state, we expect Health and Family Welfare Minister Kalikho Pul to revamp our already
existing health care service system to the earliest and try to bring those government
hospital projects for the larger benefits of our people. Yes, it would be difficult
and time taking to bring these projects, but in the long run, it will bear more fruits.
Many of us think if private companies come and set-
We hope to see one day people of Arunachal Pradesh will avail the best health care services within state; highly qualified, trained and skilled native health care workers/professionals delivering services to their own needy people with spiked patient’s satisfaction level.
Yours,
Dusu Yabo
Research Scholar,
Centre for Social Medicine and Community Health,
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
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