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ITANAGAR, Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday hailed India’s growing technological strength, scientific excellence and self-reliance on the occasion of National Technology Day, saying the country continues to emerge as a global leader in science, defence and innovation. In a social media post, Khandu said the day commemorates the successful Pokhran-II nuclear tests, which he described as a defining moment that showcased India’s technological strength and resolve before the world. “On the occasion of National Technology Day, we celebrate India’s remarkable journey of scientific excellence, innovation, and self-reliance,” the chief minister said in a post on X. Highlighting the country’s progress in various sectors, Khandu said, “Today, with rapid advancements in indigenous defence systems, next-generation technologies, and space innovation, India continues to emerge as a global leader in science and technology.” Paying tribute to the scientific community, he added, “A heartfelt salute to our scientists, engineers, and innovators whose dedication continues to build a stronger, self-reliant, and future-ready India. Jai Hind!” Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein also extended greetings on the occasion and stressed the role of technology in improving people’s lives and strengthening governance. “Technology is not just about machines and innovation, it is about empowering people, connecting communities and creating opportunities for every citizen,” Mein said in his social media message. He said National Technology Day is an occasion to honour “visionaries, scientists, innovators, entrepreneurs and young minds whose ideas continue to drive India towards progress and self-reliance.” Referring to Arunachal Pradesh, the deputy chief minister said technology is increasingly transforming governance, education, healthcare, connectivity and livelihoods across the state, including remote regions. “In Arunachal Pradesh, we are witnessing how technology is transforming governance, education, healthcare, connectivity, and livelihoods, reaching even the farthest corners of our state,” he said. “Our commitment remains firm: to build an inclusive, digitally empowered and future-ready Arunachal,” Mein added, while calling upon people to continue innovating and working together towards a technologically advanced India. National Technology Day is observed every year on May 11 to commemorate the successful Pokhran-II nuclear tests conducted in Rajasthan in 1998 under Operation Shakti. The day was officially declared by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 1999 to honour India’s achievements in science and technology and recognise the contributions of scientists, engineers and innovators to national development. (Source: PTI)    

ITANAGAR, The decomposed body of a 17-year-old boy from Maharashtra, feared drowned earlier this month, was recovered from the banks of the Yomgo river in Arunachal Pradesh’s Siang district, police said on Monday. The teenager, identified as Prateshmesh Baswakar, son of ITBP personnel Rahul Baswakar and a resident of the ITBP camp in Guminagar, Aalo, went missing on May 3 during a picnic near Bene village. He was feared drowned in the Yomgo river in West Siang district on May 3. His body was found on the Yomgo riverbank near Dama village in neighbouring Siang district on Monday, the police said. Investigating officer Sub-Inspector Lakhi Mena said that the decomposed body found on Monday was that of Baswakar. He said the body was spotted by residents of Damda village, who reported it to police. The body was retrieved by Army and personnel of the 20th Battalion of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), police said. Police said an unnatural death case has been registered at Aalo Police Station, and further investigation into the case is on. The incident occurred when a group of 10 minors went for a picnic. Five members of the group approached the riverbank to record a video while holding hands. “Suddenly, after jumping into the river, one boy was swept away by the strong current,” police said. A massive search operation was launched involving ITBP personnel and residents. The search was hampered by continuous downpour that left the Yomgo and other rivers in spate. (Source: PTI)      

BOMDILA, A meeting of the District Level Monitoring Committee (DLMC) was held on Monday at the Deputy Commissioner’s conference hall in Bomdila under the chairmanship of West Kameng Deputy Commissioner Dr Dilip Kumar. Addressing the meeting, 4-Dirang MLA and Advisor to Minister for Public Works Department Highways and Science & Technology Phurpa Tsering stressed the importance of active participation of Panchayat leaders in development planning and monitoring. “We should conduct such coordination meetings constituency-wise to ensure wider participation and effective discussion of core issues,” he said. Tsering also instructed the Rural Works Department to make the cremation ground constructed at Dirang operational without delay. Chairing the meeting, Dr Kumar said Panchayati Raj Institution members should remain vigilant regarding all developmental works in their respective areas and ensure close coordination with executing agencies and contractors for effective monitoring of projects. He also directed the Public Works Department (PWD), Bomdila Division, to complete the augmented Deputy Commissioner’s office building at the earliest to enable early shifting. Referring to the Vibrant Villages Programme, the DC stressed the need to learn from past experiences and ensure that all proposals align with the objectives of the scheme. “Any proposal under the Vibrant Villages Programme should be prepared in consultation with the concerned Members of Legislative Assembly,” he said. Dr Kumar further sought cooperation from all heads of departments for initiating the town planning process of Bomdila.   Kalaktang and Thirizino MLAs, heads of departments also participated in the meeting. (DIPR)