19th Jan 2018 11:01:PM State
Eastern Sentinel Arunachal News

ITANAGAR, Jan 19:Governor BD Mishra visited Monigang and Aalo in West Siang District today making him the first occupant of Raj Bhawan to visit Monigang after Arunachal attained statehood.

Going by his avowed resolve in reaching out to the people of border area, the Governor, accompanied by First Lady of the State, Smt Neelam Misra interacted with the people of Monigang and saluted them and said that the Nation is proud of them.

The Governor, referring to the ensuing Army Recruitment Rally at Likabali in Lower Siang District, exhorted the people to motivate the youth to join the Indian Army.

The Governor also called upon the womenfolk to come forward and be partners in the development process.  

The Governor said that Central Government is giving emphasis on the development of the border areas through model village programmes. Carrying the message of Swachh Bharat to this last administrative habitation of the State, the Governor instituted three cash awards of Rs. 5000/- each for Best Swachhata Abhiyan Organizer, Best house frontage and Best shop frontage. The competition will be conducted by the district administration.

Earlier, on his arrival at Monigang, the Governor was received by Extra Assistant Commissioner Gamtum Padu and Anchal Chairperson Yadom Tapo. At the Monigang Army-ITBP post, Major General Bhaskar Kalita, GOC, 56 Div, senior army and ITBP officers and troops were present in full strength.

Interacting with the troops of the Indian Army and the Indo Tibetan Border Police stationed at Monigang, the Governor appreciated their high morale and élan. The Governor complemented them for their zeal and resolve to keep every inch of our motherland safe and secure.

On his return, the Governor visited Aalo and addressed a public meeting at Gumin Kiin. He asked the people including PRI members to ensure proper utilization of public fund so that projects take proper shape.

He said that earlier our State leadership had to visit Delhi for financial assistance and projects but now things have changed. ‘Under our present Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the policy has undergone a positive sea change and now Union Ministers and Government of India officials are regularly visiting the State for providing developmental help as required by our State..’

The Governor urged upon the womenfolk to come forward and participate in the development process. He said with educated womenfolk, society will develop. He emphasised that the girl child must be educated so that society realizes its full potential.


Kenter Joya Riba

(Managing Editor)
      She is a graduate in Science with post graduation in Sociology from University of Pune. She has been in the media industry for nearly a decade. Before turning to print business, she has been associated with radio and television.
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