Arunachal Pradesh

14 Mar

State Biodiversity Strategy unveiled by Arunachal Pradesh to strengthen conservation efforts

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The "Arunachal Pradesh State Biodiversity Strategy and Action: A People's Plan," which aims to reach national biodiversity targets and fulfill the Pakke Declaration, was formally introduced by Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday. With government backing, the plan, which is available in hard copy and digital formats, lays out specific action items to empower indigenous groups, communities, and districts in environmental stewardship. Khandu acknowledged the contribution of the Department of Environment and Forests & Climate Change, the State Biodiversity Board, and the WWF to the document's preparation. He emphasized that the plan aligns with the vision of "sabka saath, sabka…

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13 Mar

Arunachal Pradesh is drafting a new film policy to encourage regional filmmakers

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Information and Public Relations (IPR) Minister Nyato Dukam declared during Wednesday's assembly session that the state government will implement a new film policy in a major step to improve the Arunachal Pradesh film industry. Following BJP MLA Tai Nikio's concern about the predicament of local filmmakers, this action was taken. Minister Dukam declared that the creation of an interim committee tasked with creating a thorough film policy had been approved by the state cabinet. Important stakeholders will be consulted by the committee in order to create a well-rounded plan. Two renowned filmmakers, the director, the deputy director (film), and the…

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12 Mar

CM Pema Khandu announces radical changes for an Arunachal-rich future

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Chief Minister Pema Khandu told the Assembly that the Arunachal Pradesh government has started important reforms in a number of areas to move the state closer to greater development. Khandu, who took part in the motion of gratitude for the governor's speech, stated that the speech mirrored the government's vision and provided a long-term plan for creating a "Vikshit Arunachal" by 2047. Commencing the five-day budget session on March 6, Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik gave his usual speech. "The progress that Arunachal has seen over the last nine years is the outcome of stakeholders and legislators working…

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11 Mar

Arunachal Pradesh emphasizes the economic condition and welfare for farming community

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Biyuram Wahge, the minister of water resource development for Arunachal Pradesh, emphasized the importance of enhancing the welfare and economic standing of the farming community in the state, where around 70% of the population makes their living from agriculture. NCP member Toko Tatung brought up a short-hour discussion in the assembly, and Wahge responded by saying that millions of crores would be needed to provide irrigation infrastructure throughout all possible agricultural areas. "Assigning a minimum fund per assembly constituency would ensure the rational development of irrigation infrastructure given the state's financial constraints," he stated. Wahge also emphasized how existing irrigation…

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10 Mar

Arunachal’s Sela Tunnel celebrates two years of greatness

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Two years have passed since Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially opened the stunning Sela Tunnel, India's tallest bi-lane tunnel at 13,000 feet, on March 9, 2023. During a recent visit to the tunnel, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju praised the entire crew for their outstanding accomplishment. According to a defense communiqué released on Saturday, the tunnel has allowed tourists, residents, and army convoys to traverse freely for the past year, greatly cutting down on travel time, distance, and expenses to Tawang and advanced locations. The tunnel has improved the socioeconomic climate of the area in addition to improving connectivity, as seen…

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08 Mar

The Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh enacted two significant bills

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On the second day of its fourth session, the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly (APLA) enacted two significant laws. Ministers of Land Management Balo Raja and Water Resources Biyuram Waghe introduced the Arunachal Pradesh Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorized Occupants) (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and the Arunachal Pradesh Flood Plain Zoning Bill, 2025. In addition, in compliance with Article 252(1) of the Constitution, the house approved the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2024. During the discussion, Speaker Tesam Pongte proposed adding measures to the Flood Plain Zoning Bill to address the negatively impacted land erosion caused by tiny streams.…

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07 Mar

The governor of Arunachal Pradesh highlights the vital role that MLAs play

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Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik, the governor of Arunachal Pradesh, underlined the vital role MLAs play in connecting the government's vision with the reality on the ground. Speaking on the first day of the state assembly's budget session, Parnaik said that parliamentarians play a crucial role in ensuring that government programs are implemented successfully. By making investments in important areas including infrastructure, tourism, health, education, and youth empowerment, the governor emphasized the value of holistic development. Parnaik declared that plans and policies to create a "Viksit Arunachal" would be included in the state government's next budget. The governor added…

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04 Mar

A portion of the Yagamso River was cleaned up by Miss AAPSU 2025 contestants

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On Monday, contestants in the Miss AAPSU 2025 pageant cleared almost 1,700 kg of trash from a section of the Yagamso River within IG Park. With assistance from Itanagar Smart City, the Youth Mission for Clean River (YMCR) and the Miss All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) organizing team collaborated to plan the World Wildlife Day celebration. Khoda Yallam, the general secretary of the AAPSU Women Cell and the head of the Miss AAPSU organizing committee, spoke to the media at the cleanup site and emphasized the importance of experiential learning for the 28 competitors, who represent various tribes from…

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03 Mar

Arunachal Pradesh completes the dairy sector’s first AI

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Arunachal Pradesh has successfully performed its first artificial insemination (AI) using imported sex-sorted Holstein Friesian semen, marking a significant milestone for the state's animal husbandry industry. According to officials, Friday's historic accomplishment was a major step forward in strengthening the state's dairy development initiatives. According to them, the AI was carried out as a component of a larger project under the direction of S P Singh Baghel, the union's minister of animal husbandry and dairy. The first cow was inseminated using the imported semen at the Central Cattle Breeding Farm in Nirjuli, which is close to here, as part of…

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01 Mar

CM Manik Saha proposes special campaign for AIDS/HIV detection

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Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on February 28 emphasized the need for a dedicated call centre under the Tripura AIDS Control Society to ensure regular monitoring of AIDS patients. He urged all sections of society to participate actively in AIDS prevention efforts. Speaking at the 18th general meeting of the Tripura AIDS Control Society at the Secretariat, Dr. Saha, who is also the state's Health Minister, highlighted the critical role of public representatives in spreading awareness. He also called for greater involvement of social organizations in AIDS prevention efforts. The Chief Minister suggested that the Health Department launch…

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