Itanagar, Jun 13: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General KT Parnaik (Retd.), chaired a special Cabinet Meeting on Friday at the Conference Hall of the Chief Minister’s Office, Niti Vihar, Itanagar, to commemorate the completion of one year of the State Government’s tenure.
Congratulating the Chief Minister, Pema Khandu, Deputy Chief Minister, Chowna Mein, and all members of the Cabinet, the Governor lauded their leadership and commitment to public service. He commended the team for ensuring that every welfare initiative and development scheme has reached its intended beneficiaries, especially those at the very last mile of service delivery.
Parnaik conveyed his heartfelt appreciation to the Government of India, under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose tireless efforts over the past 11 years have laid the foundation for India’s emergence as the world’s 4th largest economy and its fastest-growing large economy. He also congratulated the Government of India for the successful execution of Operation Sindoor, a stellar example of our nation’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding its people across the globe and asserting India’s moral and strategic leadership.
The Governor said that the past one year has been a period of unprecedented growth and responsive governance under my Government, enabled by the synergy of the Double Engine Government, a powerful confluence of visionary leadership at the Centre and resolute action at the State level.
Guided by the mantra of ‘Reform, Perform, Transform’, the Governor said that the State Government has undertaken inclusive development, targeting the welfare of the Garib (poor), Yuva (youth), Annadata (farmers), and Nari (women). Through focused investments in connectivity, healthcare, education, social protection, tourism, and livelihood creation, the State Government has expanded the reach of governance to every household, including even the most remote areas of our State.
Aligned with the national vision of Viksit Bharat @2047, the Governor said that the State Government is advancing the mission of Viksit Arunachal. We are building a resilient and future-ready state, contributing actively to India’s journey towards a $5 trillion economy. Our efforts are driven not just by scale, but by impact — ensuring that the last person in the line is the first in our priority, he said.
The Governor offered heartfelt appreciation for the tireless work of government officials and field-level functionaries, acknowledging them as the backbone of the administration. He emphasized that the progress achieved so far was made possible through teamwork, shared responsibility, and an unwavering focus on people-first governance.
Highlighting the impactful implementation of people-oriented welfare programmes, the Governor commended the government’s strong commitment to inclusive growth and development. He said that while celebrating the progress made, they must also prepare themselves for the path ahead, the one that demands even greater purpose, sharper focus, and collective resolve to realize the vision of Viksit Arunachal contributing to a Viksit Bharat.
Outlining his governance priorities, the Governor called for timely and quality execution of all projects and schemes, ensuring every rupee sanctioned translates into visible and meaningful outcomes on the ground, zero tolerance towards corruption, reinforcing transparency and accountability at every level of government and uplifting the most vulnerable, ensuring that the welfare of the poorest and most marginalized remains the cornerstone of all policy decisions.
The Governor also emphasized the need to embrace technology-driven governance. He called for the strategic integration of digital tools, Artificial Intelligence, and automation, from the Circle level to the State headquarters, to empower decision-makers with real-time data and analytics. He said that automation is about making governance more efficient and also about preparing for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow.
The Governor advised the State Government to continue prioritizing the four key pillars of sustainable development for Arunachal Pradesh, i.e., Education, Health, Infrastructure, and Tourism, as these sectors are critical not just for economic growth but for enhancing the quality of life for every citizen. He also shared his concerns about encroachments.
As the State Government enters its second year, the Governor expressed his hope and confidence in the Cabinet’s continued journey of good governance. He said that he looks forward to a year of even bolder, more compassionate, and people-centric action. Let us move ahead with unity, courage, and a shared vision for a brighter, stronger Arunachal Pradesh that contributes meaningfully to the dream of a developed India, he said.
The first-ever special Cabinet, chaired by the Governor, observed a two-minute silence in remembrance of those departed in the tragic crash of an Air India flight in Ahmedabad yesterday. The members prayed for the eternal peace of those departed and the early recovery of the injured. The Cabinet expressed solidarity with the family members and relatives of all the deceased and prayed for strength to bear the tragic loss.
Earlier, Commissioner, Planning and Investment Ankur Garg presented a PowerPoint presentation on Growth, Achievements and Reforms of the State Government in the last one year.

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