DIRANG, OCT 24:

A delegation of Dream for United Arunachal (DUA), led by its chairman Dr Gumjum Haider, met Dirang MLA and Advisor to the Public Works Department Phurpa Tsering to discuss state unity, inclusive development and the vision of a developed Arunachal Pradesh by 2047.

During the interaction, Tsering appreciated DUA’s vision of promoting unity beyond community boundaries, emphasising that leaders represent the entire state and its people.

The discussion highlighted the state’s development and improvements in road infrastructure under Chief Minister Pema Khandu’s leadership. It also stressed the need to promote ease of doing business, environmental conservation and positive behavioural changes to achieve long-term development goals.

Tsering commended the team’s efforts under its Ek Aur DUA initiative, which promotes goodwill, compassion, social harmony and communal unity. He extended his best wishes to the delegation and expressed his willingness to join the team during the second phase of its tour to eastern Arunachal Pradesh.

Earlier, the delegation visited the newly consecrated Jangchub Chorten and Memorial Peace Park at Jang, built in memory of late Jambey Tashi, former MLA of 3-Lumla Assembly Constituency. The team paid tribute to the departed leader and offered prayers for the eternal peace of his soul.

Interacting with the bereaved family, Haider recalled his close association with Tashi and described him as a leader committed to public welfare, community development and unity. The DUA leadership said his ideals of regional harmony and grassroots empowerment aligned with the objectives of the Ek Aur DUA initiative.

En route to Tawang, the delegation also visited Sela Top and Jang Waterfall, where its members interacted with tourists and local residents to spread the message of empathy, kindness and mutual respect.