Militancy will be resolved soon as PM expediting peace process: Acharya

LONGDING, Aug 29:Governor PB Acharya, who is on a four-day district tour of Longding, Tirap and Changlang districts arrived at Longding headquarters on Monday.

The Governor was received by Minister, Education & Libraries, Honchun Ngandam, Parliamentary Secretary Power and local MLA, Thangwang Wangham, Chairman APSCIT and e-Governance ST, Gabriel D Wangsu, Deputy Commissioner Vikram Singh Malik, and Superintendent of Police Rohit Meena at the Longding Helipad. A traditional reception by the Wancho Tribe was accorded to Acharya on his maiden visit to the eastern end of the State. A guard of honour by APP women contingent led by LSI Amo Pansa was presented to the Governor.

Addressing a public meeting shortly upon arrival, the Governor urged upon the people to maintain the spirit of democracy and unity in diversity.

Expressing his concern on the status of education in the district, the Governor said that if society wants to progress, education is the only answer.

Appealing to the people, the Governor said that fruits of progress and development must reach to every corner of the State. Strengthening the poorest section of society must be foremost duty of every individual.

Sharing his grave concern on the drug addiction, the Governor pleaded to village chiefs, elites, student leaders, youth and government officers to stand against the menace which is destroying society. He also appealed to them to create awareness of the national and state flagship programmes.

Sharing his observation on the militancy in the district, the Governor said that the issue will be soon resolved as Prime Minister is expediting the peace process.

Interacting with the District Heads of Department, the Governor said that they are the pillars of the State and prosperity in the state will depend on their service. He emphasised on strengthening the education, health, road and agriculture.

He also advised the State Bank of India officials to facilitate in opening of welfare schemes such as Jhan Dhan Yojana, One Rupee Insurance etc.  

Reaching out to the people, the Governor also interacted with the members of the business community. He advised them to cultivate healthy relationship with the local community and blend with the indigenous culture and traditions.  

In separate meetings, the Governor met the representatives of Wancho Council, Wancho Student Union, Village Chiefs,

In spite of busy schedule, the Governor visited the District Jail, Community Health Centre and the Government Higher Secondary School and interacted with the teachers.

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Kenter Joya Riba

(Managing Editor)
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