ITANAGAR, NOV 3:
Former Seppa East MLA Mepe Dada passed away at his residence in Division 4, Itanagar, on Tuesday morning. He was 75.
Family sources said Dada breathed his last at around 10 am.
Born to late Hofe Dada and Feme Gyadi Dada, he was elected to the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in 1989 and served as an MLA representing the 10th Seppa East (ST) Assembly Constituency from 1990 to 1995. During his tenure, he worked for the welfare and development of the people of East Kameng district.
He is survived by three sons and three daughters.
Chief Minister Pema Khandu expressed deep sorrow over Dada’s demise, describing his passing as a great loss to the people of East Kameng. In a social media post, Khandu conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and loved ones, and prayed that they find strength and solace in the memories of the departed leader.
Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju also expressed grief over Dada’s passing. He said the former MLA’s contributions to the people of his constituency and his service to Arunachal Pradesh would be remembered. Rijiju extended condolences to the bereaved family, friends and well-wishers.
Home Minister Mama Natung, accompanied by sitting Seppa MLA Ealing Tallang, visited the residence of the deceased leader and offered condolences to the bereaved family.
The Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), in a condolence message issued by its president Bosiram Siram, expressed profound grief over Dada’s demise and recalled his contributions to public service and the development of East Kameng district.
The APCC said Dada’s commitment to public life and his contributions to the political and social development of the region would be remembered with respect and gratitude. Describing his death as an irreparable loss to his family, the people of East Kameng and the state, the party extended condolences to the bereaved family, relatives, friends and well-wishers.
The All East Kameng District Students’ Union (AEKDSU) also mourned Dada’s demise, recalling his contributions to the development of the district.
“His contributions and dedicated service to the people of East Kameng district will always be remembered with respect and gratitude,” the union said in a condolence message. It also prayed for eternal peace for the departed soul and strength for the bereaved family.
The Dadda Dawe Welfare Society also expressed grief over his death, describing his contributions to the community as irreplaceable. Remembering Dada as the first MLA from the community, the society acknowledged his role in representing its interests and working for its welfare.
