Arunachal Pradesh News

Arunachal: Tagom Padung elected chief councillor of Pasighat municipal council

Tagom Padung has been elected chief councillor of Pasighat municipal council in Arunachal Pradesh. His leadership is expected to drive local development and governance improvements

Arunachal's Itanagar gets first woman mayor as new IMC team takes oath

Itanagar on January 12 witnessed a historic moment as Likha Nari Tadar was sworn in as the first woman Mayor of the Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC).

Grassroots leadership to drive inclusive growth in Arunachal: CM Khandu

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on January 10, said empowered grassroots institutions such as panchayats are central to nation-building and expressed confidence that newly elected representatives would work with dedication to accelerate development and inclusive growth across the state.

Arunachal Pradesh seeks Centre’s support for key infrastructure at pre-budget meet

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on January 10, urged the Centre to support the state’s key infrastructure priorities while highlighting its strong record of fiscal discipline during the pre-budget consultation for the Union Budget 2026–27, chaired by Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

Scientists discover two new frog species in Arunachal Pradesh

The newly identified species, Leptobrachium somani (Soman’s Slender Armed Frog) and Leptobrachium mechuka (Mechuka Slender Armed Frog) belong to the slender armed frog genus Leptobrachium.

Theft at Kinmay Monastery raises security concerns in Arunachal’s Tawang

A theft has been reported at the revered Kinmay Monastery in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district, raising fresh concerns over security in the region. According to sources, an unidentified individual allegedly entered the monastery premises and stole cash and other valuable items.

Pema Khandu calls indigenous traditions backbone of Arunachal identity at Sarok festival

Pema Khandu stresses the importance of preserving Arunachal Pradesh's indigenous traditions during the Sarok festival. He urges youth to embrace their cultural heritage and uphold ancestral legacies

Arunachal: Yachuli Town Baptist Church marks 37 years by dedicating new infrastructure and youth initiatives

Reaffirming its commitment to faith, service and community development, the Yachuli Town Baptist Church (YTBC) on Saturday, January 10 commemorated its 37th Church Foundation Day with a dedication-cum-celebration programme, marked by infrastructure expansion, cultural vibrancy and youth-centric initiatives at the church premises.

Centre boosts Arunachal with multi-sector development push as NEC releases major funds

Arunachal Pradesh received significant developmental assistance from the Centre last year, with the North Eastern Council (NEC) releasing funds for projects spanning healthcare, road connectivity, tourism infrastructure and livelihood generation to strengthen growth and access in the border state, an official statement said.

Indian Army rescues over 20 stranded civilians at Sela Top in Arunachal

The Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps on January 8 carried out a rescue operation at Sela Top in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district, saving more than 20 stranded civilians amid extreme weather conditions and poor visibility.

Public Investment Board clears Rs 26,069 crore Kamala hydropower project in Arunachal

The Public Investment Board (PIB) on January 8 approved an expenditure of Rs 26,069.50 crore for the proposed 1,720 MW Kamala hydroelectric project in Arunachal Pradesh, sources said.

Arunachal: Two brokers arrested in multi-crore bribery syndicate linked to compensation scam

In a major crackdown on corruption, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), formerly known as the State Investigation Cell (SIC), has arrested two individuals for allegedly acting as brokers in facilitating the collection of bribes in connection with a large-scale compensation scam.

40 mobile medical units approved to boost healthcare in Arunachal’s border villages

The Arunachal Pradesh State Cabinet, in its first meeting of 2026 held on Thursday, January 8 under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Pema Khandu, approved a wide-ranging set of policy decisions aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery, improving public safety, expanding education and employment opportunities, enhancing urban governance, and reinforcing environmental and wildlife conservation across the State.

‘Propaganda, not policy performance’: Arunachal Congress attacks BJP on rural jobs

APCC president Bosiram Siram said the proposed law converts a statutory, demand-driven guarantee into a government-controlled scheme dependent on budgets and discretion.

Arunachal journalists push for stalled pension scheme during meeting with chief minister

Arunachal Pradesh journalists met the Chief Minister seeking quick implementation of the stalled pension scheme. The government assured prompt action to support retired media personnel financially

Government schools in Itanagar fail to deliver daily meals under PM Poshan scheme

Frontline staff receive field gear to improve patrolling, wildlife monitoring at Arunachal's Mouling National Park

In a significant step towards strengthening wildlife protection and forest management, a field gear distribution programme for frontline staff was organised on Tuesday, January 6 at the Nature Interpretation Centre, Mouling National Park, Jengging, in Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh.

Si-Donyi Hilo 2026 celebrated with grandeur as Arunachal Home Minister calls for preservation of cultural roots

Reaffirming the importance of safeguarding indigenous heritage, Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister Mama Natung on January 6 asserted that culture and traditions are the pride of the people and must never be forgotten. He made the remarks while attending the Si-Donyi Hilo–2026 celebrations of the Tagin community, held with great enthusiasm at Lumro Village, Naharlagun.

Arunachal's MSME department holds outreach programme to boost local entrepreneurship in Namsai

An awareness programme on the Prime Minister’s Vishwakarma Scheme was organised at the Town Club Hall in Namsai by the Department of Industries, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, in collaboration with the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and the Niumhi Foundation. 

Arunachal launches ‘Take a New Turn’ campaign to redefine experiential tourism

Arunachal's Department of Tourism launched its latest tourism brand campaign titled ‘Take a New Turn in Arunachal’, marking a strategic shift in how the northeastern frontier state positions itself on India’s tourism map. The initiative seeks to project Arunachal Pradesh as a destination rooted not only in scenic grandeur but also in immersive cultural narratives and lived human experiences.

Arunachal CM orders multi-level probe into frontier highway issues in East Kameng

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister on January 6 said that the state government has initiated multiple measures to address the problems related to the Frontier Highway project in East Kameng district, including administrative reviews and an anti-corruption investigation.