Itanagar, Aug 27: The Rajiv Gandhi University Research Scholars’ Forum (RGURSF), under the leadership of Vice-President Chibom Jilen and Assistant General Secretary Isha Basar, donated food  and other necessary items to the Donyi-Polo Mission School for the Hearing and Visually Impaired in Itanagar. The forum members also distributed eatables to the children, bringing smiles to the faces of those who have found a haven of care and education at this unique institution.
During the visit, the executive team engaged in in-depth discussions with the school's principal and teachers, seeking to understand the unique challenges and needs of the students, who come from various parts of Arunachal Pradesh and neighboring Assam. The interaction provided the scholars with valuable insights into the everyday lives of the students and the hurdles they overcome in their pursuit of education and personal development.
Principal Arabinda Dey, highlighted the crucial need for increased awareness among parents and society about the capabilities of specially-abled children. "These children are not a burden; They are equally capable of integrating into society, securing employment, and leading normal lives with families of their own. What they need most is the understanding and support of their families and communities,” he said. He also emphasized that the school provides free boarding and education, ensuring that these children receive the care and resources they deserve.
The Research Scholars Forum applauded the school's management and its founder and Chairman, former Chief Minister Gegong Apang, for their unwavering commitment to this cause. The forum acknowledged that the Donyi-Polo Mission School for the Hearing and Visually Impaired is the only institution of its kind in Arunachal Pradesh, playing a vital role in transforming the lives of many students who might otherwise be marginalized. 
"The efforts of the school have been instrumental in empowering these children to lead normal, fulfilling lives. We urge the public and the government to support the school in any way possible so that it can increase its intake capacity and accommodate more children in need," stated Vice-President Chibom Jilen. 

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