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ITANAGAR, AUG 31: Governor Lt Gen KT Parnaik (Retd) has extended warm greetings to the people of the state, particularly the Adi community, on the auspicious occasion of Solung. In his message, the Governor described Solung as a cherished expression of the Adi community’s socio-cultural and spiritual life. Celebrated since time immemorial with traditional gaiety and enthusiasm, the festival reflects the community’s deep faith and gratitude towards nature and the divine. He said Solung reminds people of their inseparable bond with nature and the importance of living in harmony with it. The festival also preserves the wisdom, values and traditions inherited from ancestors while providing an opportunity to pass the cultural legacy to younger generations. The Governor urged elders of the Adi community to guide the younger generation to understand, respect and practise their traditional values, ensuring that the rich cultural heritage remains vibrant and relevant. “On this festive occasion, I join my Adi brethren in offering prayers to Kine Nane, Dadi Bote, Doying-Bote and all benevolent deities to bless humanity with peace, harmony, progress and prosperity,” he said. He wished that Solung would strengthen cultural roots, foster unity among communities and inspire people to preserve their heritage for generations to come.

LONGDING, AUG 31: E-Roll Observer for 58-Kanubari (ST), 59-Longding-Pumao (ST) and 60-Pongchau-Wakka (ST) Assembly Constituencies (ACs) Duly Kamduk interacted with Electoral Registration Officers (EROs), Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs), Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and newly eligible electors at the DC’s Conference Hall here on Monday. During the interaction, Kamduk emphasised the importance of maintaining accurate electoral rolls and stressed that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise must be carried out strictly in accordance with the prescribed guidelines and due process. The meeting also provided an opportunity to discuss issues related to the electoral roll revision process and the enrolment of newly eligible electors.  

ITANAGAR, AUG 31: The Directorate of Elementary Education, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, has selected 40 teachers from across the state for the State Teachers’ Award 2026 in recognition of their dedicated service and contribution to school education. The awardees include Headmasters, Vice-Principals, Principals, Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs), Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) and Primary Teachers (PRTs) from various districts and regions of the state. The Directorate has directed the concerned authorities to inform the selected teachers and ensure their participation in a rehearsal scheduled for September 4 at 10 am at the Banquet Hall, Itanagar. The awardees represent districts and areas including Tawang, West Siang, Kamle, Papum Pare, Keyi Panyor, Lower Subansiri, Lepa Rada, Lohit, Namsai, Dibang Valley, Changlang, West Kameng, Lower Siang, Itanagar Capital Region (ICR), Anjaw, Tirap and Kra Daadi, among others. The selection recognises the dedication of teachers serving across Arunachal Pradesh’s diverse school system and their vital role in shaping the future of the state.  

ITANAGAR, AUG 31: The IMD on Monday forecast rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in several districts of Arunachal Pradesh from September 1, with weather conditions likely to remain active in parts of the state over the next few days. According to the district-wise warning issued by the Meteorological Centre here, Shi-Yomi, Dibang Valley, East Kameng, Papum Pare, Anjaw, Changlang and Longding are likely to witness thunderstorms and lightning accompanied by rain on Tuesday. According to the IMD, West Kameng, East Kameng, Papum Pare, Anjaw, Changlang and Longding have been placed under a weather watch, with the possibility of thunderstorms, lightning and rainfall. On Thursday, Pakke Kessang, Papum Pare, Anjaw, Changlang and Longding are likely to experience similar weather conditions. The weather system is expected to gradually weaken thereafter, with Pakke Kessang, Papum Pare, Anjaw and Changlang likely to remain under watch on Friday. The warning map indicates that most districts in the state are expected to remain under no-warning conditions during the period. However, given the possibility of localised thunderstorms, lightning and rainfall, residents in the affected districts have been advised to remain alert and take necessary precautions, particularly during periods of intense weather activity. (Source: PTI)    

ITANAGAR, AUG 31: Social activist Sol Dodum on Monday announced his resignation as chairman of the ST Bachao Andolan Committee, saying he would continue to remain committed to the welfare and rights of the people. Dodum announced his decision in a social media post, thanking members of the committee, supporters and well-wishers who stood by him during his tenure. “Today, I am resigning from the post of Chairman of ST Bachao Andolan Committee,” he said. Dodum expressed gratitude to his team members and supporters for their “trust, love and cooperation” throughout his association with the movement. He, however, made it clear that stepping down from the leadership position would not mean withdrawing from issues concerning the rights and welfare of the people. “Though I am stepping down from the post of Chairman, my commitment to the welfare and rights of our people will always remain strong,” Dodum said. He did not cite any specific reason for his decision to relinquish the post. (Source: NewsFY)    

ITANAGAR, AUG 31: Social activist Chopa Cheda has once again approached the Arunachal Pradesh Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), alleging that no FIR has been registered so far on his complaint over the alleged misappropriation and siphoning of Rs 3 crore sanctioned for an eco-tourism project at Balemu in West Kameng district. In a representation submitted to the ACB superintendent of police on August 29, Cheda sought immediate registration of an FIR and a probe into the withdrawal and utilisation of the funds, including verification of relevant banking, financial and departmental records. The latest representation follows a complaint filed by Cheda with the anti-graft agency on August 24 against Vineet Kumar Jawal (IFS), the then divisional forest officer (DFO) of Khellong Forest Division and presently serving as CEO of CAMPA. The allegations have not been independently verified. According to the representation, records obtained under the Right to Information Act showed that a tender for the Balemu eco-tourism project was accepted in favour of M/s G R N Enterprises for Rs 2.93 crore. It alleged that a cheque dated March 24, 2022, for Rs 3 crore was, however, drawn in favour of “SELF” in connection with the work. Cheda, also the president of Arunachal Publishers & Broadcasters Guild (APBG), further claimed that the proprietor of GRN Enterprises had stated in an October 14, 2024 communication that the firm had not received any amount or bill towards the tender, describing the circumstances as a discrepancy requiring investigation. The claim was also validated by Rinchin Norbu, the proprietor of M/s G R N Enterprises, who confirmed the sequence of events and said that although his firm had been awarded the contract, it had not received any payment for the work. The representation also cited an inspection report dated July 24, 2025, concerning the physical status of the eco-tourism building and sought verification of the work actually executed against the government funds allegedly utilised. Cheda said that despite submitting the original complaint along with supporting documents, he had neither been informed of any action taken nor learnt of an FIR being registered. The controversy had surfaced earlier this month when Cheda lodged the initial complaint with the ACB, alleging irregularities in the handling of funds earmarked for the Balemu eco-tourism project. He has now asked the anti-corruption agency to conduct a “fair and thorough” investigation and communicate the action taken on his complaint.  

IMPHAL, AUG 31: The Union government on Monday deferred the census operations in Manipur considering the demand by civil society organisations for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) before conducting the exercise, an official statement said. The development came a day before house listing of the census exercise is scheduled to begin in the state from September 1. The decision to put the operation on hold came after Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level review meeting in New Delhi to assess the current situation in Manipur, according to a statement from the Chief Minister’s Secretariat. The demand raised by the people of Manipur to defer the census exercise in the state before the implementation of the NRC was discussed in the meeting, the statement said. “The meeting agreed to defer the proposed Census exercise in the state considering the feelings and aspirations of the people of Manipur,” it said. Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan and other senior officials attended the meeting. Singh expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for listening to the voices of the people and fulfilling the aspirations of the people of the state. He also thanked BJP president Nitin Nabin for his continuous support in fulfilling the wishes of the people of Manipur, according to the statement. He also appreciated the efforts of the leaders of 14 Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and the delegation of BJP MLAs, who had recently campaigned in New Delhi for the implementation of the NRC in Manipur. (Source: PTI)