Arunachal Pradesh News - Latest Arunachal News

23 May

UNESCO World Heritage Status Preparation for Thembang Villagers

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Thembang Fortified Village, located in Arunachal Pradesh's West Kameng district, is presently listed as a final tentative UNESCO World Heritage Site. An important step toward the village's preservation and recognition was taken when a public meeting-cum-hearing was held to examine the steps needed to get it on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Shri Choiki Dondup, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) of Dirang, presided over the meeting. The creation of a thorough site management plan and infrastructure preparedness for heritage conservation were the main topics of the discussion. As the meeting's chair, ADC Dondup asked the Local Consultative Committee (LCC) to work…

21 May

With a 66 percent increase in April, Arunachal sets a new GST benchmark

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In April of this year, Arunachal Pradesh recorded its biggest monthly Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection ever, following the national trend of hit GST revenue records. The state collected?332 crore in GST in April, a substantial 66 percent rise over the same period last year, according to a statement from the CGST&CX Commissionerate (Anti-Evasion Unit). In April 2025, GST receipts nationwide increased by 12.6% year over year to a new high of 2.37 lakh crore. According to the statement, Arunachal's taxpayer base has grown significantly since the implementation of the GST in July 2017 and currently consists of almost…

20 May

In Guwahati, the Arunachal BJP wraps off a four-day legislator orientation program

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The BJP's Arunachal Pradesh branch successfully wrapped up a four-day orientation and training program for its MPs and MLAs in Guwahati, Assam, on Monday. The initiative's goals were to increase state party officials' effectiveness in providing public services, political knowledge, and legislative efficiency. 45 of the 46 party MLAs from the northeastern state participated in the program, demonstrating a high degree of discipline and dedication, according to a party statement released here. A wide spectrum of knowledgeable resource persons, including union ministers, state leaders, policy experts, economists, and top party officials, participated in 13 sessions over the course of the…

17 May

At Jhongatser Lake, the Tawang government launches a cleanup initiative

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Under the direction of deputy commissioner Kanki Darang, the Tawang district administration in Arunachal Pradesh led a mass cleanliness drive at the charming Jhongatser Lake, one of the district's most beloved tourist destinations, on Friday in a potent demonstration of environmental dedication and community spirit. Officers and employees from a variety of departments, including PWD, urban development, tourism, and PHED, enthusiastically participated in the effort. Later in the day, Indian Army personnel joined forces, further accelerating the collaborative effort in spite of the continuous rain. The united team's successful removal of two truckloads of rubbish, despite the weather, demonstrated the…

16 May

Solid waste management awareness campaign started in Arunachal Bye-Laws

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Namsai district launched an awareness campaign about the implementation of the Arunachal Pradesh Solid Waste (Management & Handling) bye-laws 2023. The campaign's objectives are to promote a cleaner and greener environment, educate locals about appropriate waste segregation, and charge user fees for rubbish collection. ALC Line, Fire Brigade Colony, Admin Colony, Transport Colony, Teachers’ Colony, Medical Colony, Block Colony, WRD Colony, PWD Colony, and Buddha Mandir Backside were among the 10 colonies that were covered in the first session. While executive engineer Mosum Sema, the member secretary of the district urban development agency, gave a thorough PowerPoint presentation on…

15 May

Meeting for monsoon disaster preparedness, chaired by Lower Siang DC

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Lower Siang deputy commissioner Rujjum Rakshap conducted a high-level conference with department heads, administrative officers, and members from the Indian Army, ITBP, and BRTF stationed here on Wednesday as an important step to guarantee disaster preparedness ahead of the south-west monsoon. Developing an efficient and adaptable disaster management plan (DMP) and evaluating the district's readiness were the main goals. Rakshap, who is also the chairman of the district disaster management authority (DDMA), stressed how vulnerable Likabali and the district are to natural disasters and asked all departments and stakeholders to remain vigilant and informed. He emphasized the importance of proactive,…

14 May

India slams China’s ‘preposterous’ renaming of Arunachal locations

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

India has firmly rejected China’s repeated attempts to rename places in Arunachal Pradesh, calling the move "vain and preposterous" and reiterating that the northeastern state is an inseparable part of the country. In a strongly worded statement issued on Tuesday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) responded to Beijing’s continued issuance of so-called "standardised names" for several locations within Arunachal Pradesh, which China refers to as "South Tibet." The Indian government dismissed these actions as baseless and politically motivated. "We have noticed that China has persisted with its vain and preposterous attempts to name places in the Indian state of…

14 May

Khandu leads Walong’s Tiranga Yatra to commemorate the success of Operation Sindoor

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In Walong, a secluded town in the Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu joined a Tiranga Yatra on Tuesday to commemorate the Indian Armed Forces' recent triumph in Operation Sindoor. Khandu praised the bravery and tenacity of the Indian military participating in the mission, accompanied by his cabinet colleagues, local officials, Army personnel, and excited members of the public. The yatra demonstrated patriotism and solidarity with the Armed Forces' steadfast dedication to defending the nation's borders and sovereignty. "I conducted the Tiranga Yatra in Walong with my cabinet colleagues, local leaders, Army men, and the enthusiastic local population…

10 May

Upgraded ATC units are installed at Tezu Airport in Arunachal

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Airdrome Control Unit (ACU) and Approach (APP) Combined Unit was officially opened at Tezu Airport in the Lohit district, significantly enhancing aviation safety and infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh. The airport's air traffic management system has undergone a crucial overhaul, greatly improving regional operating efficiency and flying safety. Deputy Commissioner K.N. Damo, who attended the ceremony, praised the development as a "historic moment" for the area. A thorough explanation of how the ACU-APP integration would increase air traffic coverage, enhance real-time communication, and lower risk—particularly during weather disruptions or flight route changes—was given by representatives of the Airports Authority of…

09 May

Over 140 grams of heroin were found in two raids, and five drug dealers were arrested

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Police teams from the Banderdewa and Naharlagun police stations in Arunachal Pradesh arrested five drug dealers, confiscated two automobiles used for drug trafficking, and seized 140.15 grams of suspected heroin. In the first operation, a squad from Naharlagun PS under the command of Inspector Krishnendu Dev carried out a raid in the Prem Nagar area based on intelligence. Md. Sariful Islam, 36, of Bihpuria, Assam, had 48.7 grams of heroin on him. Md. Shaik Farid, 24, of Lakhimpur, and Md. Ashraful Islam, 23, of Laluk, Assam, from Kankarnallah, were arrested after a short pursuit. Additionally, a Bajaj motorcycle used for…