March 28
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Global warming is reality
The effect of global warming is having catastrophic affect across the world. Developing countries like India are facing the major wrath of global warming. According to finding by Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) India's temperature has risen by nearly 0.60 degree Celsius over the last 110 years and extreme events like heat waves have increased in the last 30 years. This report by the IMD has been widely reported in national media. As per IMD all India mean temperatures have risen nearly 0.60 degree Celsius over the last 110 years. Further studies have highlighted that extreme events like heat waves have risen in the last 30 years. Due to global warming many states have been facing severe drought.
This has severely affected the farming community. Owing to the loss of crops many of them even committed suicide. Farmer suicide has become a major social problem and experts have attributed it to draught. As the world fights the menace of global warming, it's time India also recognize this as a threat to humanity. Unfortunately till now Government as well as political parties has not taken this issue seriously. Barring few NGOs majority of Indian seems least concerned. In our state Arunachal rampant destruction of forest is going on but hardly anyone seems bother about it. This will have devastating impact on the ecology of state in the long run. With each passing year the forest cover is depleting and it is matter of deep concern. It's time everyone joins hand to save Mother Earth and take pledge to take stop the global warming.
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Make Hindi medium of writing in competitive exam
Dear Editor,
We welcome the decision of Chief Minister Pema Khandu led Bharatiya Janata Party government to popularize and promote the national language “Hindi” in the frontier state of Arunachal Pradesh. In this regard Arunachal Pradesh Rashtra Bhasha Prachar Samiti (APRBPS) would like to highlight critical role played by Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein and Chief Secretary and her team as well for keeping budgetary provision in the recently presented annual budget of the state.
This decision will certainly give a new dimension and hope to the youths who are pursuing studies in Hindi, beside thousands of youth who have done graduation and post graduation in Hindi.
There are hundreds of students who have completed graduation with Honours in Hindi
but no effort has been made to tap the service of these young Arunachalees. Since
academic session 2006-
Even Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) conducts all its written examinations in only English language and this deters the Hindi scholars from writing any of the examination. This deprivation alone has been cause of unemployment amongst Hindi scholars. We would like to appeal BJP President Tapir Gao, Chief Minister Khandu, Deputy Chief Minister Mein and CS Gamlin to consider Hindi as medium of writing in the competitive examinations.
Yours,
Takam Sonia
Chairman, APRBPS
Listen to the expert voices
Dear Editor,
It is highly unfortunate that our political leaders are not listening to Amartya Sen who is not only a world famous Nobel laureate economist but also a champion of the downtrodden. Leaders must make themselves open to fresh and highly acclaimed ideas of economics for inclusive growth.
Our annual report card says that we have failed in two major subjects -
Burgeoning inequality, lack of social support and security, poor health care, nutrition and life expectancy, unemployment and job dissatisfaction have contributed to India's downward journey from 118th position to dismal 122nd among 155 countries in 2017 World Happiness Index. Now, our position is only better than Afghanistan (141st) among our neighbouring countries. All others China (79), Pakistan (80th), Bhutan (97th), Nepal (99th), Bangladesh (110th), Myanmar (114th) and Sri Lanka (120th) are better placed than India (122nd).
Moreover, India is also demoted to further lower position from 130th to 131st in just one year in Human Development Index for her unchecked inequality, multidimensional poverty and gender gaps. The report says that half of Indians face deprivation in education, health and living standards. Here, only we are marching backward among our neighbours. Sri Lanka (73), China (90), Bhutan (132) and Pakistan (147) have kept their last year's position. But Bangladesh (from 142 to 139), Nepal (from 145 to 144), Myanmar (from 148 to 145) and Afghanistan (from 171 to 169) have improved their ranking in HDI.
Our last year's downfall rings the alarm bell for immediate policy review to arrest inequality by ensuring social security for all and by adopting labour intensive technology to generate employment. Political leaders must quarantine their subjective personal biases in judging economic theories, models and empirical studies. India cannot afford to be a stage for ego fights.
Yours,
Sujit De, Kolkata
Declare result
Dear Editor,
Through your esteemed daily I would like to appeal to the concern authority of Guwahati
High Court, Itanagar Permanent Bench to declare the final result for the posts of
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The viva-
Therefore, on behalf of all the candidates I would like to request to the concern authority to declare the result of said interview as soon as possible.
Yours,
A distressed candidate,
Naharlagun
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BJP MLA’s son allegedly shoots one dead in Aalo
Staff Reporter
ITANAGAR, Mar 27: In a gruesome incident on late Sunday night, Kajum Bagra (34), son of Deputy Speaker cum BJP MLA Tumke Bagra allegedly shot one Kenjum Kamsi (40) of Angu village, near Hotel Aalo West in Aalo.
Sources from Aalo informed that there is a CCTV footage, which captured the entire incident, that occurred between 10 to 10:30 PM. Reportedly, the deceased, Kenjum Kamsi was standing at the parking lot near the hotel when the accused, Kajum Bagra came in a white Scorpio (registration No. AR01F 0217) with his younger brother Kanya Bagra and shot Kamsi on the head from point blank range, without any provocation or argument.
The victim reportedly succumbed to his injury on the way to Pasighat.
It was also informed that the accused and the victim might have had an argument over some work on the phone before the shooting incident. The argument was reportedly over several projects under SIDF and SADA as the victim had allegedly filed complaints against the accused and his brothers in several departments asking them not to release bills.
The accused later surrendered before the police after the victim was declared dead.
The Arunachal Pradesh Police, Aalo unit also arrested Kanya Bagra after verifying the CCTV footage, while three other persons were also detained today for interrogation.
Victim Kenjum Kamsi is survived by his wife and three children. He was the Spokesperson of Paktu Ao Youth Welfare Association (PAYWA) and also a Congress party worker.
A case has been registered with Aalo Police Station with case no 14/17, under section 302 IPC, read with 25(1)(B) of Arms Act.
Reacting to the incident, angry relatives engaged heavy machineries and dug a pit outside the hotel in an attempt to bury the deceased's body this morning. However, the mob was later pacified after relatives of the accused gave them a plot at Bagra (Higi) village, 25 Kms from Aalo.
Despite repeated attempts to contact the West Siang Superintendent of Police and
Officer in-
Meanwhile, the Galo Students' Union (GSU) vehemently condemned the heinous crime and demanded exemplary punishment for the accused under relevant sections of the law.
The students' union urged the authorities concerned, including Aalo Police to ensure justice for the victim and his family.
Extending condolences, the GSU said that Kenjum Kamsi was closely associated with the PAYWA and various other social organizations. The GSU expressed solidarity with the family members of late Kenjum and appealed to all for calm in this hours of crisis.
APCC seeks resignation of Tumke Bagra
The Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has come out strongly to condemn the incident and demanded exemplary punishment for the accused and resignation of Deputy Speaker Tumke Bagra on moral grounds.
"This has proved the saying, 'like father like son,' the party said, before going on to add that "The tragic incident also reflects the true colour of the BJP to which the deputy speaker belongs to.
Kenjum was a dedicated Congress worker of West Siang district and presently, he was holding the post of Secretary (APCC), the party said, and prayed for eternal peace of the departed soul.
Aadhaar not mandatory for extending welfare schemes benefit:SC
New Delhi, Mar 27: The Supreme Court today made it clear that Aadhaar cards cannot be made mandatory by the government for extending benefits of social welfare schemes.
The apex court, however, said that the government cannot be barred from seeking these
cards, which are issued by UIDAI, for "non-
"The answer is this that for giving benefits of welfare schemes, it (Aadhaar) cannot
be pressed. They (government and its agencies) cannot be stopped from seeking aadhaar
for non-
The bench, also comprising Justices D Y Chandrachud and Sanjay Kishan Kaul, meanwhile, declined to fix a date of hearing on a batch of petitions challenging constitutional validity of Aadhaar on grounds including that it infringed Right to Privacy of citizens.
"A seven-
Senior advocate Shyam Divan, appearing for one of the petitioners, alleged that the Central government is not following the various orders passed by the apex court that the usage of Aadhaar would be voluntary and not mandatory.
He also referred to certain recent decisions of the government including making Aadhaar mandatory for issuance of driving licenses and filing of IT returns and by making the cards, issued by Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), mandatory, the government is committing "contempt of court".
"The interim orders from time to time is not the solution. Final disposal of the matter is the solution," the bench said, adding various orders have already been passed that Aadhaar is not mandatory for taking benefits of welfare schemes.
The apex court on August 11, 2015 had said that Aadhaar cards will not be mandatory for availing benefits of government's welfare schemes and barred the authorities from sharing personal biometric data collected for enrollment under the scheme.
However, on October 15, 2015 it had lifted its earlier restriction and permitted the voluntary use of Aadhaar cards in welfare schemes that also included MGNREGA, all pension schemes and the provident fund besides ambitious flagship programmes like 'Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojna' of the NDA government.
A five-
The bench, while including the four other schemes along with LPG and PDS where Aadhaar may be used, had said, "The Union of India to follow all other orders passed by this court since September 23, 2013."
The bench had also said that a larger bench was required to be set up for final disposal of the petitions that also include the question as to whether the right to privacy is fundamental right.
Divan, representing one of the petitioners who has challenged the Aadhaar card scheme, had claimed that the UIDAI, which runs the programme, is neither backed by any law nor by any notification and is getting biometric details through private agencies.
The lawyers for the petitioners had contended that the scheme is "all pervasive" and is not foolproof either and hence, cannot be used for other programmes.
On October 14, 2015, the apex court took note of Centre's plea that Aadhaar cards be allowed to be used "voluntarily" for welfare programmes other than PDS and LPG schemes and asked whether it can assure that nobody would be at a "disadvantageous" position for want of Aadhaar. PTI
APPDSU serves ultimatum to PWD Doimukh
ITANAGAR, Mar 27: The All Papum Pare District Students' Union (APPDSU) has served
an ultimatum to the Executive Engineer PWD Doimukh Division to cancel the tender
plotted for maintenance cum repairing of Khola Camp Tinali-
The tender was recently advertised in various local dailies.
In a release, the APPDSU claimed that the National Highways & Infrastructure Development
Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has already taken up the upgrade work of Doimukh-
They floated the tender in November last year. After the end of technical and financial
bid, local contractor M/s Nabam Tullon LLP won the tender in a joint partnership
with ECI Company. Keeping this in mind, the APPDSU has demanded justification from
PWD Minister Chowna Mein and the concerned Department as to why the EE, PWD, Doimukh
Division has invited NIT on three different local newspapers on March 25, 2017 by
breaking up the two packages allocated under SADA 2016-
The Union had earlier shown its resentment by submitting a memorandum to the PWD Minister and Department in this regard.
"We want an explanation from the EE, PWD Doimukh Division that under what logical
grounds, circumstances and pressure the mentioned NIT was plotted. Is this not broad
day light corruption and misuse of official chair to waste the state exchequer amounting
to Rs 14.72 Cr by plotting NIT to construct single lane carriageway road, whereas
NHIDCL had already taken over the same road for the construction of two-
"In one stretch of road, there should be one funding agency only, whether it is from
central funding agency or state. Why is the EE, Doimukh Division inviting legal complicacy
against the department? We smell foul play by the PWD, Doimukh Division which is
trying to block such a beautiful two-
"We appeal to the local residents of Doimukh, Panchayat leaders, contractors and
students to not be misguided by vested interested people, because if the PWD, Doimukh
Division executes the said work then only a few people will be benefited. It will
hamper the overall road development of Doimukh by depriving people of the two-
Ering introduces bill seeking compulsory education on NE
ITANAGAR, Mar 27: Member of Parliament Ninong Ering introduced a bill in the Parliament seeking compulsory education on North East culture in educational institutions.
The bill, which aims at bringing awareness about North East culture and history in schools in different parts of the country, is expected to act as a deterrent to racial discrimination often faced by the people of the region in mainland India.
"The people from North East living in different parts of the country often face racial discrimination, and one of the major causes of such discriminations is the isolation of North East states and lack of awareness about North East culture," Ering said while introducing the bill.
The Bezbaruah Committee Report, 2014 also highlighted the concerns of discrimination
faced by the people from North-
The inclusion of knowledge about the region and its culture in educational institutions
would help stop racial discrimination at its roots, he said, while underscoring the
importance of creating awareness about North-
CM directs power developer to expedite work
TAWANG, Mar 27: Chief Minister Pema Khandu directed the officials of Nortech Power, Kolkata which has taken up the construction of 3MW Sumbachu Small Hydro Power (SHP) at Zemithang, to expedite the progress of the work.
Khandu said this after inspecting the progress of work of the said small hydro power project on Sunday last. Displeased with the tardy pace of work, the CM further directed the Hydropower Department to depute an engineer to monitor the work and gave strict orders to the engineers not to abstain from their duties.
RWD Parliamentary Secretary Jambey Tashi, who also accompanied the CM expressed resentment over the slow pace of work of and called for a meeting of the corporation at Itanagar in April next. Making it clear that the GoAP would accept no further excuses, he directed the corporation for bringing out realistic work achievements.
The CM was also accompanied by Art and Culture Minister, Dr Mohesh Chai, Parliamentary Secretary for RWD, Jambey Tashi, Parliamentary Secretary for Planning, Zignu Namchoom, Tawang MLA, Tsering Tashi, State BJP President, Tapir Gao, Hydro Power Development Corporation of Arunachal Pradesh Chairman, Tungri Effa and Tawang DC, Sang Phuntsok.
The Chief Minister also visited Gorsam village in Lumla the same day to attend the
Gorsam Mela, a four-
The Chief Minister visited the Gorsem Chorten, an over 100 feet stupa constructed in the 12th century where relics are preserved. The door to the relics is opened every 12 years, where thousands of devotees throng to get a glimpse of it.
Roads blocked, power supply hit as storm lashes Deomali
DEOMALI, Mar 27: Many roads in and around Deomali town have been blocked and power supply hit as heavy storm, accompanied by rains lashed the ADC headquarters of Tirap district on Sunday night.
Many trees were uprooted and several houses damaged, while the road between Naharkatia in Assam and Khonsa has also been badly affected. The Ramakrishna Mission School at Narottam Nagar has also been hit hard by the storm. Further, as per reports, it may also take some time for the power supply to be restored.
However, there was no report of any casualty.
Meanwhile, local MLA and Agriculture Minister, Wangki Lowang has instructed the ADC to assess the extent of damage caused by the storm for onward submission to the government. While assuring all possible help and support from his side, he asked the Power and Forest Department, PRI leaders and all stakeholders to join hands in restoring normalcy in the area. (DIPRO)
20 positive CHD cases detected in E/Siang
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PASIGHAT, Mar 27: After the recent detection of 29 cases of Congenital Heart Diseases (CHD) in the district, a one day screening camp to treat the ailment was conducted by the doctors of Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru, in collaboration with the District Health Society, Mobile Health team and DEIC team, under the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram, National Health Mission at Bakin Pertin General Hospital, Pasighat today.
Out of the 29 detected cases, 20 were found to be positive, out of which five cases were successfully operated upon. The 15 positive cases, depending upon their readiness, will be operated at Manipal Hospital, Begaluru, free of cost, which includes travel expenses and accommodation, informed District Health Society sources in a press note this evening.
The screening was carried out by Dr Gangadhar, TB Consultant Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery and his team comprising of Rahul Sharma, Manager Boga Kishore and other technicians.
"We are thankful to the Manipal Hospital for carrying out the screening camp here as many needy children were benefited", said DRCHO Dr Tatok Gao and Medical Superintendent Dr Y R Darang.
Panchayat members urged to ensure proper utilization of funds
YUPIA, Mar 27: Papum Pare Deputy Commissioner cum District Planning Committee (DPC) Chairman Tai Kaye called upon the PRI members to ensure proper utilization of funds for development activities as per the guidelines and submit the utilization certificate under the stipulated time period.
Addressing the Panchayat leaders and government officers at the DPC meeting organized
on Monday to finalize fund distribution under 2nd installment of 14th FC grants
for the year 2015-
Highlighting the importance of Aadhar cards, the DC asked the PRI members to ensure the effective implementation of Aadhar enrolment process presently underway in the district.
ZPC Nabam Aka also stressed that funds should be distributed judiciously as per the guidelines of the government. Sagalee ADC Jalash Pertin also spoke on the occasion.
Earlier, DPDO Toko Bapu briefed the house about the objectives of the meeting and said that the fund will be released as per the decision taken in the meeting. He also asked member secretaries to conduct Gram Sabha timely in their respective Gram Panchayats.
All the ZPMs, Anchal chairpersons, Gram Panchayat chairpersons also took part in the discussion and shared their views on distribution of fund as per the laid down guidelines. Heads of departments, PRI members and Panchayat Technical Assistants also attended the meeting. (DIPRO)
Legendary Gora Pertin remembered
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Bolung, Mar 27: A simple but fitting floral tribute was held here on Monday to commemorate
the 25th death anniversary of late Gora Pertin, the first pro-
The commemoration was attended by family members of Gora Pertin, executive members of Kepang Erang Kebang (KEK) and under its banner, representatives from Pertin Bodum Bane Kebang, Ratan Welfare Society, Perme Kening Welfare Society, Tinling Borang Kebang and Perying Erang Kebang.
Terming him as one of the towering personalities of the Adi society, the Kepang Erang
Kebang announced to commemorate his death anniversary every year henceforth. Gora
Pertin was also instrumental in making the de-
Arunachal is dotted with numbers of such randomly created reserved forests since the time of British rule by authorities who were oblivious of migratory pattern of tribal groups and their close affinity with forest areas.
Calling this act of him as foresightedness ahead of his time, Head Gaon Burah of Bolung Osup Dai said, "Today we are all enjoying the fruits of his labour. Every person in this district needs to appreciate the sacrifices he made to make this happen. While many tribals have been ousted from their homes on the basis of legal formalities, we are still able to own, possess and use the land available to us according to our tribal rights due to his efforts."
He recalled how he singlehandedly pursued the case, travelling long distances and
paying from his own pockets during the initial days. After his death, the matter
was pursued by several other affected people and public leaders. But along with these
people, he deserves special mention for understanding the crux of the matter and
acting according to changing times because of which Deopani De-
Born in 1922, Gora Pertin lost his father at an early age when the world war was
raging at its peak. A self-
Gora Pertin was also instrumental in laying the foundation for resurgence of Donyi
Polo movement in the eastern zone by raising his voice against uninformed conversion.
He vociferously spoke against the practice of abandoning one's culture and traditions.
An entrepreneur who saw possibilities in every sphere of his life, Pertin was also
associated with many first ventures to his credit. A three hundred plus seater Cinema
Hall at Shantipur, Assam-
This emphasis on quality education and respect for one's traditions and culture has been carried forward by his children who donated land for Gora Pertin Memorial School and contributed land with other families for building Donyi Polo Gangging Siiring (prayer centre) in memory of the ideals he stood for. The family has also donated land for erection of the late doyen Bhupen Hazarika's statue, of whom he was a close friend.
Later on, representatives of all the societies spoke in the commemoration. After the floral tributes, one minute silence was observed in his memory. Tony Pertin, Senior Advocate and Vice President Adi Bane Kebang (ABK) Protocol narrated the life story of his father. This was followed by a vote of thanks from Mibom Pertin, Ex ZPM Meka Block cum President ABK, Lower Dibang Valley unit and Gora Pertin's eldest son. The commemoration was attended by all his 10 children and many other grandchildren.
Meeting to address civic grievances of Pasighat Industrial Estate held
PASIGHAT, Mar 27: With the objective to address the civic grievances, particularly power, water supply, approach road and drainage issues faced by the Pasighat Industrial Estate, which also houses the prestigious Apparel and Garment Making Centre, East Siang DC Tamiyo Tatak convened a meeting with various stakeholders on Monday.
After threadbare discussion, the DC informed that a joint inspection committee led by him would soon visit and inspect the sites to get first hand idea of the requirements for the smooth running of the 12 industries in the estate. The team will also include representatives from the PWD, PMC and UD for assessing the sewerage and drainage issue for the industrial area.
Earlier, Secretary of Pasighat Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Group Captain (Retd), M Panging outlined the issues of the memorandum submitted to the DC.
Informing that about 300 persons are employed in the 12 industries located at the
Pasighat Government Industrial Estate, 2 Mile, he urged for support for provision
of stabilized three-
The DC also noted the appeal to implement the state government policy decision for
compulsory procurement of locally-
Among others, PCCI President Kojum Koyu, EAC, Dr M Komut, EE Power, Joram Lali, AE PHE Kaling Taki, DDI T Jamoh, ADTH M Pertin, and representative of BSNL attended the meeting. (DIPRO)
Youth empowered to create awareness on disaster management in Anjaw district
ITANAGAR, Mar 27: To address the problem of unavailability of field functionaries for disaster management awareness campaigns, the Anjaw District Administration under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner M Riba came up with the innovative idea to conduct disaster management awareness programme by involving trainees of DRC/ DIET, Khupa.
Under the plan, two-
Accordingly, a three days awareness programme on Disaster Management was organized by the trainees of DRC Khupa in 10 villages under Hayuliang block under the guidance of the Disaster Management Cell and the District Administration in the third week of March.
The teacher trainees focused primarily on landslide, flash flood, thunder, lightning, electrical shock and short circuits.
DC Riba and DDMO S Tayang expressed gratitude to the Directorate of Relief and Rehabilitation
for providing support to the awareness programmes. Meanwhile, the DC has called upon
non-
Carlsberg India makes its presence in Arunachal
NEFA Breweries to manufacture Carlsberg and Tuborg brand
ITANAGAR, Mar 27: Carlsberg India, the number three player in the Indian beer market, recently announced a contract manufacturing association with NEFA Breweries, the first brewery in Arunachal Pradesh, thereby establishing the company's local footprint in the state of Arunachal Pradesh.
With this association, Carlsberg India aims to further strengthen its presence in
the North-
NEFA's state-
Speaking on the new development, Michael N Jensen, Managing Director, Carlsberg India
said, "We are pleased to announce our association with NEFA Breweries and establish
local footprint in Arunachal Pradesh. This association will not only help us augment
our capacity in the region, but will also help us strengthen our presence in the
North-
Sanjay Dewan, Managing Director, NEFA Breweries said, "We are happy to set up the first brewery in the state and look forward to adding to the economic development and industrialization of the state. We are pleased to collaborate with Carlsberg India, one of the most reputed companies within the country and are excited to become their partners. We look forward to making available Carlsberg India's brand portfolio to the consumers in the region."
With 10 years of operations in India, Carlsberg India has established seven breweries
and three co-
This association reiterates Carlsberg's long-
ALSYA declares 3rd phase Lower Subansiri bandh
ITANAGAR, Mar 27: The All Lower Subansiri Youth Association (ALSYA) has declared
its third phase of 12-
The association, however, said that the bandh will be enforced only when the demands were not fulfilled on or before April 12.
The ALSYA has been demanding immediate construction of road from Potin to Bopi under TAH by completing the land acquisition process at the earliest, renovation of road from Potin to Bopi as per DPR and stopping payment to contractor(s) until and unless the roads are renovated as per DPR by using good quality materials.
The association had earlier enforced district bandh twice, the first one on February
28 and second on March 17 this year, in protest against non-
The youth association, in its intimation letter to the chief secretary, sharply criticized the state government for its alleged lack of seriousness on the issue despite a caution from the Ministry of Road Transport Highway & Shipping, Government of India.
The association also submitted a memorandum to the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs to expedite the land acquisition process from Potin to Bopi as well as payment of compensation to the affected people.
Caution against weak bridges
PASIGHAT, Mar 27: In a communication , the 1448 Bridge Construction Coy GREF 99 APO intimated that the Baily suspension bridges over Simang River near Boleng and over Siyom River near Pangin are becoming very weak and will not be able to bear overloaded trucks.
The BRTF has warned that any truck or other overloaded vehicles crossing these weak bridges should not carry more than 12 tonnes.
Funeral of Bulgarian national performed at Tawang
TAWANG, Mar 27: The funeral of Bulgarian national, late Maria Dimitrova was held as per Buddhist rituals at Cremation Ground near Changbu in Tawang district, in presence of her family on Monday.
Officers from the District Administration and various government departments, including Police, Tourism, Health & Family Welfare, monks from Tawang Monastery, bazaar secretaries, hoteliers and public were also present to pay their last respects.
Dimitrova died after she was hit by an avalanche while trekking in the hills of RA3, near Sela Pass on March 18 last.
Deputy Commissioner Sang Phuntsok ensured that rituals be performed up to the satisfaction of the family of the deceased. Arrangements for the funeral were made by the District Administration and the Tourism Department with support from volunteers from the bazaar committee and Tawang Monpa Employees Society.
Maria Stoyanova Racheva, mother and Todor Nikolaev Dimitrov, brother of the deceased who reached Tawang on March 25 have expressed their deep gratitude to the Government and the people of Tawang for their cooperation. (DIPRO)
RGU announces exams schedule
ITANAGAR, Mar 27: The Supplementary/Special Examinations of BA/B.Sc./B.Com of various colleges affiliated under Rajiv Gandhi University, Rono Hills, Doimukh are scheduled to be held from April 3 and annual examinations of BA/B.Sc./B.Com of I,II & III years shall be held from April 10, according to a RGU release.
AEKDSU concerned over encroachment of public places
SEPPA, Mar 27: The All East Kameng District Students' Union (AEKDSU) has expressed serious concerns over encroachment of public utility places in Seppa and sought the intervention of the Deputy Commissioner to prevent such illegal practices.
In its complaint letter addressed to the East Kameng Deputy Commissioner, the AEKDSU
alleged of random encroachment of public utility places in Seppa, including the land
of Anne Donyi Park, which was created by the District Administration in 2002-
"The District Administration had converted some of the general ground or advance landing ground into public utility places, called Anne Donyi Park. But, now the park remains on paper only," the AEKDSU said.
In its letter to the DC, the students' union said that the High Court while disposing a writ petition had cancelled the recommendation for approving the allotment of park land in 2009 and observing the HC's decision, the office of the Deputy Commissioner (East Kameng) had also written to the Secretary (LM) on January 6, 29 and March 7, 2016 regarding cancellation of land allotment at the park.
Opposing any further move to allot park land to any individual in the future, the AEKDSU strongly urged the Deputy Commissioner to act tough against land encroachers.
The students' union also alleged selling/ encroachment of land of the Cooperative Society, Seppa.
Awareness can reduce domestic violence: DC
PASIGHAT, Mar 27: East Siang Deputy Commissioner Tamiyo Tatak gave emphasis on awareness
on domestic violence among community members during the day-
'It is only awareness which can reduce domestic violence, the DC said, while highlighting various factors which lead to domestic violence. Desire to gain control over another family member, the desire to exploit someone for personal benefits, besides psychological problems and social influences are some of the contributing factors in domestic violence', the DC opined. Records also indicate that there is a strong correlation between alcohol/ drugs consumption among teens and car accidents, suicide, violence and bullying which are the major causes of domestic violence, he added.
'The government's fight against crime will be successful when the people feel secure
and safe in their homes, working places and in their communities', the DC said,
adding that the administration is duty-
Lauding the contribution of NGOs like ABK (WW), WASE etc towards an alcohol and drug-
ICDS Deputy Director, P E Angu highlighted the key features of PWDV Act 2005, including roles and responsibilities of VOs/ NGOs and service providers under the Act. Prominent lawyer Mary Tatak also delivered lecture on sensitive issue like sexual harassment at workplace. (DIPRO)
World TB day at Likabali
LIKABALI, Mar 27: The World TB Day 2017 was observed at Government Upper Primary School, Lipu at Likabali by the District Health Society (RNTCP), West Siang.
DTO Dr Karmar Dirchi and his team explained to the gathering in detail about TB,
its causes and treatment. Dr Dirchi also enlightened the students, teaching staff,
PRI members and labourers present on the occasion about Directly Observed Treatment
Short-
Lipu village ASM Kirmar Dini also spoke and emphasized on creating awareness about TB among the public and appealed to all to make concerted efforts to end TB.
Headmaster in-
Quiz competition was also conducted amongst the participants and winners were awarded prizes.
The programme concluded with distribution of pamphlets, posters, washing soaps, towels, notebooks and pens to students and other participants.
At District Tuberculosis Office, Aalo, the programme was attended by ANMs of Nurse Training School, Aalo and staff of General Hospital Aalo. Dr Tsering Wangmo highlighted about TB, while Statistical Assistant, DTC J C Patgiri enlightened on the causes and treatment of the disease. Washing soap, poster and pamphlets on TB were distributed to the participants.
Blood donation-
TEZU, Mar 27: Altogether, 12 blood donors took part in a daylong voluntary blood
donation-
Inaugurating the camp, Lohit Deputy Commissioner-
Tezu DMO, Dr S Chai Pul spoke about the importance of blood donation and facilities
available under blood banking. SMO (SG) in-
Early release of funds sought
YUPIA, Mar 27: The Lobi Society Welfare Committee (LSWC) has claimed that the Lobi
Cola Sub-
LSWC President, Tagio Tadik has in a release on Saturday last claimed that funds have not been sanctioned despite the District Medical Officer, Papum Pare urging the Director Health Services to release the same since the past two years.
Labour union conducts cleanliness drive-
ITANAGAR, Mar 27: A four day-
The volunteers, comprising of AAPLU executive members, PRIs, youths and general public, cleaned up the market area, besides the premises of Yazali and Yachuli hospitals. Later, the AAPLU legal advisor informed the laborers of the area about their rights and various benefits provided by the state government.
KVK distributes168 goats under BADP
ITANAGAR, Mar 27: The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Anjaw, under Border Area Development
Programme (BADP) distributed 168 Tibetan cross-
Subject Matter Specialist in Animal Science of KVK, Dr Tilling Tayo briefed the beneficiaries on goat farming and management prior to the distribution.
Tibetan cross-
Itanagar gearing up to become Smart City
ITANAGAR, Mar 27: With enhanced infrastructure and environment-
In this regard, a webinar was held by Itanagar-
Lauding the citizens for their participation in Smart City mission so far, the Deputy Commissioner further urged them to participate in the third and last stages of consultation in this fourth and final webinar.
Key projects identified, include ropeway, public transportation, smart road, commercial
and retail development, parking solutions, vertical gardening and green buildings,
sewerage and drainage solutions, PAN city solid waste management, integrated city
command and control centre and smart e-
The DC exhorted the citizens to give active feedback on these proposals to ensure development for all.
Training conducted on maintenance of farm machineries
PASIGHAT, Mar 27: In all, 33 farmers were trained on maintenance and repairing of
farm machineries like farm tractor, power tiller, centrifugal pump and different
types of sprayers and dusters which are frequently used for agri-