KHONSA, SEP 23:

The Department of Tirap, Changlang and Longding (DoTCL), in collaboration with the Tirap district administration, conducted a one-day career counselling programme for indigenous APST Class X pass-outs and college students at the Panchayat Hall here on Wednesday.

The programme aimed to help students explore diverse career opportunities, make informed choices and plan for their future. It also sought to support UPSC and Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) aspirants through guidance from experienced officers and professionals.

Inaugurating the programme, Tirap Deputy Commissioner Badonlum Tawsik encouraged the youth to explore the wide range of career opportunities available and strive for excellence in their chosen fields. He urged participants, particularly competitive examination aspirants, to make full use of the sessions and learn from the experiences of the resource persons.

The day-long programme featured interactive sessions on career opportunities in the defence sector, UPSC Civil Services, preparation for a better future, travel and hospitality, and careers in information technology and artificial intelligence.

The sessions were conducted by Col Ankit Harjai, SM, Commanding Officer, 44 Assam Rifles; SP Aditya, IPS, and ADC Namneet Singh, IAS; CO Soha Toko Kacha, APCS; tour operator Khunwang Tangjang; and District Informatics Officer Mamta Shrivastava.

The sessions provided participants with practical insights into career pathways, competitive examinations, emerging sectors and skills required in the evolving professional landscape.

CO Bari Basip Techi Anya, IPR representative Gawang Sumpa, UDC, other officials and 181 participants attended the programme.