Arunachal Pradesh News

Men in red coats: Village heads safeguard peace during Arunachal Panchayat elections

The Gaon Buras and Gaon Buris, popularly known as the “men in red coats”, played a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and peaceful conduct of the Panchayati Raj Elections–2025 in rural areas of Papum Pare district.

Arunachal's Changlang sets state record with 17 pink polling stations, strengthens women’s role in elections

Changlang district sets a state record by creating 17 pink polling stations exclusively for women voters. This initiative aims to boost women’s participation in elections and promote inclusive voting environments

Arunachal bets on cultural tourism as Nikhil Chinapa joins Itanagar music festival

Arunachal Pradesh is positioning itself more firmly on India’s cultural tourism map as Itanagar-based music festival Euphony Voyage prepares to expand into a two-day event next year, with DJ, music entrepreneur and television personality Nikhil Chinapa appointed as festival director.

Arunachal Gorge tragedy: Search ends in Anjaw truck accident; 20 bodies recovered

The multi-agency search and rescue operation in Anjaw district, where a mini-truck carrying 21 people from Assam plunged into a deep gorge, has officially concluded, the district administration said on Monday, December 15.

21 per cent voter turnout recorded till noon in Arunachal panchayat, civic polls

Around 21 per cent of the total 8,31,648 eligible voters had cast their ballots till 12 noon on Monday, December 15 in the elections to the Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and urban local bodies in Arunachal Pradesh, officials said.

Clash breaks out between BJP and Congress supporters ahead of Arunachal civic body polls

Tensions escalated in Itanagar last night (December 14) as supporters of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) corporator and a Congress corporator candidate clashed ahead of the ongoing Panchayat and Civic Body elections scheduled for today, December 15.

West Siang district leads with women-centric pink polling stations in Arunachal panchayat elections

The State Election Commission of Arunachal Pradesh commenced polling for Panchayat and Municipal elections today, December 15, across all 27 districts and the capital region, with voting beginning at 7 a.m. Sharp attention has been drawn to West Siang district, where women-centric “Pink Polling Stations” are being successfully implemented to enhance female participation in the democratic process.

Arunachal Pradesh Congress calls for free, fair and peaceful panchayat and municipal elections in state

The Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has appealed to the people of the State to uphold the letter and spirit of the Constitution of India and ensure that the forthcoming Panchayati Raj and Municipal Elections–2025 are conducted in a free, fair, transparent and peaceful manner.

BJP headed for clean sweep in Lower Siang panchayat polls: Arunachal MLA Kardo Nyigyor

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised for a comprehensive victory in the Lower Siang district panchayat elections, according to Kardo Nyigyor, MLA from the Likabali Assembly constituency and Deputy Speaker of the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly.

Arunachal gears up for panchayat, civic polls with over 40,000 security personnel deployed

The stage is set for elections to Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and urban local bodies in Itanagar and Pasighat as the State Election Commission (SEC) of Arunachal Pradesh has deployed over 40,000 personnel to ensure the smooth and peaceful conduct of polling scheduled for Monday.

Arunachal gorge tragedy: Six bodies recovered as Anjaw rescue operation continues

Six bodies recovered in Arunachal gorge tragedy as rescue efforts continue amid tough conditions. Authorities urge locals to stay alert and assist rescue teams

Arunachal landslide study revives demand for mountain-specific building standards

A study on Arunachal Pradesh landslides stresses the need for mountain-specific building codes. Authorities are urged to adopt these to ensure safer construction and disaster resilience

Lone survivor of Arunachal gorge tragedy battles for life in Dibrugarh

The lone survivor of the Arunachal gorge tragedy is fighting for life in hospital. Authorities continue rescue and investigation efforts while supporting affected families

Arunachal: Cross-border trade revival takes centre stage at Pangsau Pass

India and Myanmar collaborate to revive trade at Pangsau Pass, enhancing economic ties. Infrastructure and logistical issues are being addressed for smoother operations

PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of 14 Assam victims in Arunachal road tragedy

PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh relief for families of 14 Arunachal Pradesh accident victims. Government assures support and ongoing investigations into the tragedy

Arunachal blaze at school hostel kills child, officials launch district-wide review

A fire at a school hostel in Arunachal Pradesh resulted in a child's death, raising safety concerns. Authorities have launched a district-wide review to improve fire safety and emergency response in schools

Itanagar DC clarifies no highway campaign permissions granted ahead of polls

‘Deeply pained’: Assam CM mourns 14 deaths, urges urgent rescue after Arunachal gorge tragedy

Assam CM mourns loss of 14 lives in Arunachal gorge tragedy and calls for urgent rescue efforts. Authorities are coordinating swiftly to aid victims and support families

Indian Army launches major search and rescue in Arunachal’s higher reaches after fatal truck fall

The Indian Army is conducting a major rescue operation in Arunachal Pradesh after a truck carrying workers fell off a cliff near Chaglagam. Eighteen bodies have been recovered, with search efforts continuing for the missing

Arunachal Police arrest two J&K men in alleged Pakistan-linked espionage plot

The Itanagar police have arrested two persons for reportedly spying for Pakistani handlers from Arunachal Pradesh.

Arunachal: Papum Pare administration reviews final preparations for Panchayat elections

In a comprehensive review of election preparedness, DC-cum-DEO (PR) Papum Pare, Vishakha Yadav, chaired a Poll Day Preparatory Review Meeting at the DC Conference Hall in Yupia to assess ground readiness for the upcoming Panchayati Raj Elections.