DAPORIJO : A state-level review committee of the Arunachal Pradesh State Food Commission (APSFC), led by Chairman Tarh Tarak along with members Ngaasah Tangjang and Maji Chokar, conducted a review visit to Upper Subansiri district on Friday.

During the visit, the commission held a review meeting with officials of various line departments to assess the implementation, achievements and challenges of central and state flagship welfare schemes, including the National Food Security Act (NFSA), Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY), Supplementary Nutrition Programme under Hot Cooked Food (SNP-HCF) and PM POSHAN.

Chairing the meeting, APSFC Chairman Tarh Tarak said the objective of the district tour was to assess ground-level realities, identify challenges faced by beneficiaries and departments, and explore possible remedies. He also emphasised the need to create greater public awareness about welfare schemes, particularly the NFSA, to ensure benefits reach the deserving sections of society.

He urged the concerned departments to remain proactive in implementing welfare schemes in line with the vision of Viksit Bharat so that needy beneficiaries can fully avail the opportunities created by the Central Government for inclusive development.

Commission members Maji Chokar and Ngaasah Tangjang also addressed the meeting.

Upper Subansiri District Food and Civil Supplies Officer D Lampong presented the status of essential commodity stocks in the district and highlighted the current shortage of LPG supply as a major challenge.

The meeting was attended by Upper Subansiri Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Grievance Redressal Officer Biaro Sorum and heads of departments. (DIPR)