Itanagar, Oct 29: Chief Minister Pema Khandu, called on the Governor, Lt. General K.T. Parnaik (Retd.), at Raj Bhavan, Itanagar on Wednesday. They discussed key developmental issues concerning the State and reviewed the progress of several ongoing initiatives. They also shared their commitment to ensuring that development in Arunachal Pradesh remains inclusive, technology-driven, and focused on empowering its people.
The Chief Minister apprised the Governor of his recent visit to Japan, during which he explored avenues for skill development and employment exchange for the youth of Arunachal Pradesh. He briefed the Governor about potential collaborations that could enhance opportunities for the State’s young workforce in emerging sectors.
The Governor discussed the need to pursue a geospatial technology-aided monitoring of projects through reliable and verifiable data. This would ensure better planning as well as and in dispute resolution. He said that the North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC), Shillong, possesses the necessary satellite images and expertise to assist the State Government in this endeavor.
The Governor also called for the promotion of sports and youth development in Arunachal Pradesh. He stressed the importance of introducing sports medicine, strengthening the State Olympic Association, and organizing more games and sports competitions at the district and inter-district levels to identify and nurture young talents from the grassroots.