ES Reporter 

ITANAGAR, Jan 11 : The Biri Welfare Society (BWS) took several significant decisions during its 3rd General Conference cum 9th Foundation Day observed here at Jullang from January 9-11, which include curbing drug menace, early child marriage and  on offspring issue.
Newly elected President of BWS, Biri Tabiak informed that the society's objective is to work for the upliftment of its community members. So during the three days conference, BWS  took many resolutions. Taking strong exception to the increasing drug abuse amongst the young generation, and to curb the drug menace, BWS unanimously decided to work unitedly to eradicate the drug menace by creating awareness and framing strong rules.
While speaking on Early (Child) Marriage, he  added that inorder to encourage education and curb early marriage amongst the youth, BWS took a resolution that no person shall get married before attaining the age framed by the government, and at least he /she should complete studies at least up to  Class-12.
Further, elaborating on the Offspring issue, newly elected General Secretary of BWS, Biri Taro asserted that they are not against other tribes, but BWS will not accept or confer any benefits to the offspring of  women who will marry Non-APST.
Meanwhile, various sports events, cultural events, and community feasts were also organized during the three days event.

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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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