PASIGHAT : Guardian Minister Nyato Dukam on Thursday reviewed the developmental progress of various departments in East Siang district and called for greater coordination, accountability and teamwork to ensure effective governance and improved public service delivery.
Chairing the District Review Meeting at the Deputy Commissioner’s Conference Hall here, Dukam also reviewed the implementation of government programmes and projects and discussed challenges affecting their execution across the district.
Addressing the meeting, the minister said that while the creation of social and physical infrastructure is essential, equal importance must be given to its maintenance to ensure sustainable development.
“Development is meaningful only when the assets created are maintained for the benefit of future generations,” he said.
Observing that challenges are inevitable in governance, Dukam said public officials have been entrusted with the responsibility of resolving them and urged all officers to discharge their duties with sincerity, accountability and a strong sense of responsibility.
Expressing concern over the growing drug menace among the youth, he called for coordinated efforts by all stakeholders to tackle the problem effectively. He also stressed the need for efficient revenue collection, saying it is crucial for the smooth functioning and development of both the state and the nation.
Referring to Arunachal Pradesh as being in a phase of rapid transformation, Dukam said developmental activities should not be hindered by vested interests. He directed the district administration to take firm measures to safeguard government land and prevent encroachment by exercising the powers vested in it.
The minister further said that Panchayati Raj Institutions have been vested with significant powers and urged elected representatives to utilise them effectively for the welfare and development of society. He called upon all stakeholders to remain proactive in fulfilling their responsibilities to secure a better future for coming generations.
Earlier, East Siang Deputy Commissioner Sonalika Jiwani gave a detailed presentation on the district’s developmental achievements, ongoing projects and departmental performance.
During the meeting, Pasighat East MLA Tapi Darang and Mebo MLA Oken Tayeng highlighted key issues affecting the district, including the shortage of subject teachers in schools, waste management, land encroachment and the need for adequate funds to restore public infrastructure damaged in the recent floods.
Dukam also interacted with heads of departments, reviewed their performance and addressed issues raised during the meeting.
Among others, Pasighat Municipal Council Chief Councillor Tagom Padung, East Siang Superintendent of Police Pankaj Lamba, Additional Deputy Commissioner (In-charge) Pebika Lego, Mebo Additional Deputy Commissioner Nancy Yirang, Ruksin Additional Deputy Commissioner Kiran Ningo, heads of departments and other district officials attended the meeting.
