YINGKIONG : The Upper Siang district administration on Monday held a condolence meeting at the Deputy Commissioner’s Conference Hall here to pay tribute to Late Toni Mitkong, Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO), Yingkiong, who passed away on May 30 at his residence in Pasighat following a prolonged illness.
The meeting, chaired by Upper Siang Deputy Commissioner Talo Jerang, was attended by officers and staff of the district administration. As a mark of respect, those present observed a two-minute silence in memory of the departed officer.
Expressing profound grief over the loss, Jerang described Late Mitkong as a sincere, punctual and dedicated officer whose contributions to public service would be remembered for years to come.
Conveying condolences to the bereaved family, the DC said Mitkong’s integrity, professionalism and commitment to duty had earned him the respect of colleagues and the public alike. He added that although his passing had created an irreplaceable void, his legacy of selfless service would continue to inspire future generations of Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (APCS) officers and government employees.
Jerang also extended his sympathies to the deceased’s family, particularly his wife, two daughters and two sons, and prayed for strength and courage for them during this difficult time.
Born on September 18, 1967, at Dalbing village in Mariyang, Upper Siang district, Mitkong joined government service as a Junior Teacher on December 26, 1995. He entered the Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (Entry Grade) on March 19, 2007.
During a career spanning more than three decades, he served in various capacities across the state. His first posting as an APCS officer was as Circle Officer of Gangte Circle in Kurung Kumey district. He subsequently served in Bilat and Mebo in East Siang district; Yingkiong and Migging in Upper Siang district; Bomdila in West Kameng district; Anini in Dibang Valley district; and Likabali in Lower Siang district.
In recognition of his dedicated service, he was promoted to APCS (Senior Grade) in 2017 and APCS (Selection Grade) in 2025.
At the time of his demise, Mitkong was serving as SDO Yingkiong, under the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, Upper Siang district.
He is survived by his wife, two daughters and two sons.
The district administration joined the bereaved family and well-wishers in mourning the loss of a dedicated public servant whose life was marked by integrity, humility and unwavering commitment to public service.
