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AALO, SEP 7: The Department of Women and Child Development, West Siang, organised an awareness programme here on Monday on laws and mechanisms aimed at protecting women from domestic violence and sexual harassment at the workplace. The programme covered the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, commonly known as the POSH Act, and SHE-Box, an online platform for reporting and redressal of workplace sexual harassment complaints. Participants were sensitised on the legal safeguards available to women, prevention of workplace harassment and the importance of maintaining a safe, respectful and harassment-free environment. The programme also highlighted Section 4 of the POSH Act concerning the constitution of Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs). Participants were informed about the role and responsibilities of ICCs in receiving, addressing and ensuring appropriate redressal of sexual harassment complaints in accordance with the Act. The department emphasised the importance of awareness of women’s rights, legal remedies and institutional grievance-redressal mechanisms, while stressing collective responsibility in preventing violence and harassment against women. The Department of Women and Child Development urged all concerned departments and organisations to ensure effective implementation of the POSH Act, including the constitution or reconstitution of ICCs wherever required. The programme concluded with a call for greater awareness, vigilance and coordinated efforts to ensure a safe and dignified environment for women at home and in the workplace.

ITANAGAR, SEP 7: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan will arrive here on Tuesday evening for a two-day visit to Arunachal Pradesh, during which he will attend a special session of the Assembly, officials said. Radhakrishnan is on a four-day tour of Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh, which he began Sunday. Officials said the vice president will arrive in Itanagar from Imphal on Tuesday evening and attend a special session of the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly the next day. He will also visit the Assembly gallery-cum-museum. His itinerary also includes visits to Nyedar Namlo (Prayer Hall), the Jawaharlal Nehru State Museum and the Donyi Polo Mission School for the Hearing and Visually Impaired in Itanagar. Radhakrishnan is also likely to interact with Chief Minister Pema Khandu and senior government officials during his stay. Elaborate security arrangements have been put in place across the state capital ahead of the vice-president’s arrival. Itanagar Capital Region’s Superintendent of Police Jummar Basar said security personnel have been deployed at strategic locations and officials have been conducting night patrols throughout the capital city for the past few days. (Source: PTI)    

Staff Reporter ITANAGAR, SEP 7: Siang Indigenous Farmers’ Forum (SIFF) Youth Wing legal advisor Ebo Mili has questioned the alleged conduct of an “unofficial meeting” held by Central Zone Division Commissioner-cum-Commissioner of Public Health Engineering and Water Supply Amjad Tak with the people of Geku, Upper Siang on August 27 last. In a press conference held at the Arunachal Press Club (APC) here on Monday, Mili alleged that the meeting was conducted without informing the local administrative authorities at Geku, describing it as a “fishy and shady act” and a violation of established administrative protocols. He also raised concern over the threat posed by a glacial lake located around 30 km from Tuting in Upper Siang, claiming that the lake is on the verge of breaching and has been categorised as an ‘A-category’ glacial lake, indicating an immediate threat. “Unfortunately, no preparations have been made by the state government so far to deal with the situation,” Mili said. He further claimed that construction of the proposed dam in the area could aggravate the situation and increase the risk of a glacial lake outburst flood, as adequate coping and disaster-management mechanisms have allegedly not been put in place. On the ‘Livelihood Generation Scheme’, Mili warned local-level signatories and officials involved in the paperwork of the scheme to refrain from proceeding with activities without proper transparency and authorisation. He said the forum would seek information through the Right to Information (RTI) Act in the future to ascertain the source and utilisation of funds under the scheme, alleging that the funding pattern remains unclear. Mili further alleged that private companies are attempting to persuade local people to sign MoUs for the construction of SUMP facilities by offering them Rs 2 lakh under the Livelihood Generation Scheme. He cautioned that similar 27 glacial lake-related threats exist in various districts such as Dibang Valley, Tawang, Anjaw, Kurung Kumey, Shi Yomi and warned that construction of dams without adequate scientific assessment, preparedness and mitigation mechanisms could have serious consequences if any such lake breaches. He urged the state government and concerned authorities to conduct proper scientific assessments, ensure transparency in project-related activities and put in place adequate disaster preparedness measures in vulnerable areas as precautions from glacier outburst    

ITANAGAR, SEP 7: India’s leadership of the 18th BRICS summit would help strengthen global cooperation and advance the interests of the Global South through a more inclusive and people-centric approach, Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein said on Monday. Mein said the summit, being hosted under India’s presidency, marked an important step towards building stronger global partnerships and promoting inclusive development. “Guided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Humanity First’ and a people-centric approach, India is working to make BRICS a more practical and impactful platform for the Global South,” Mein said in a post on X. The 18th BRICS Summit is scheduled to be held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on September 12 and 13. India assumed the BRICS presidency on January 1 this year, marking its fourth stint at the helm of the grouping. The year 2026 also marks 20 years of BRICS since its establishment. Mein said India’s presidency is centred around the theme ‘Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability’, with emphasis on issues that have a direct bearing on economic growth, technological advancement and sustainable development. He said the summit would focus on innovation, artificial intelligence and digital technologies, reliable supply chains, financial cooperation, trade in local currencies, climate action, clean energy and youth empowerment, besides reaffirming zero tolerance towards terrorism. Mein said India’s leadership was helping shape “a more resilient, inclusive and sustainable global future”, reflecting the country’s effort to position BRICS as a platform for collective solutions to emerging global challenges. (Source: PTI)    

AALO, SEP 7: The Arunachal Teachers’ Association (ATA) West Siang Unit celebrated the 65th Teachers’ Day at Gumin Kiin, Aalo, with around 350 teachers from across the district participating in the programme. The highlight of the celebration was the felicitation of 75 retired educators, including former Deputy Directors of School Education, principals, headmasters and teachers, in recognition of their long-standing and valuable contribution to the education sector. Four State Teachers’ Award recipients were also felicitated for their exemplary dedication and distinguished service to the teaching profession. The programme was attended by Topin Ete as Chief Guest, West Siang ZPM Nyali Bagra as Guest of Honour, West Siang SP Kardak Riba as Special Guest and DDSE Hengam Ete Bagra. Addressing the gathering, the dignitaries paid tribute to the teaching community and highlighted the vital role of teachers in shaping young minds, nurturing future generations and strengthening society. They emphasised that values such as dedication, discipline, knowledge and service remain central to the teaching profession despite changing educational systems and classroom practices. The felicitation of the retired educators was described as a tribute to the rich legacy of education in West Siang. Having devoted decades to schools and educational administration, the veterans were acknowledged for leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire serving teachers. The participation of around 350 teachers reflected the unity and fraternity of the district’s teaching community and provided an opportunity for serving educators to reconnect with their seniors and express gratitude for their contribution to education. The ATA West Siang Unit, led by President Mardo Bogo, General Secretary Dope Ori and Convenor-cum-Organising Secretary Kemba Lollen, was appreciated for organising the felicitation programme. The celebration concluded with the teaching fraternity reaffirming its commitment to uphold the dignity of the profession and carry forward the legacy of knowledge, service and dedication left by generations of educators.