Arunachal Pradesh News

Arunachal Cabinet launches CM CARES, Mission SURAKSHA to strengthen healthcare and tackle substance abuse

The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet on Friday, July 17, approved a series of flagship initiatives aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery, expanding social protection and intensifying the state's response to substance abuse, while also launching a month-long health campaign focused on tuberculosis elimination.

Arunachal cabinet clears Rs 7,834 crore reform package, rolls out major infra, education and power initiatives

In one of its biggest reform decisions in recent years, the Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, has approved a comprehensive Rs 7,834 crore investment package aimed at strengthening infrastructure, education, power, employment and ease of doing business across the state.

54 farmers trained in oyster, shiitake mushroom cultivation in Arunachal's Jemeithang

In a bid to promote sustainable livelihoods and boost farmers' incomes, a one-day training programme on oyster and shiitake mushroom cultivation was organised in Jemeithang, with 54 farmers, including members of various Self-Help Groups (SHGs), taking part.

Arunachal Police crack theft at Malinithan archaeological site, recover stolen temple artefacts

Arunachal Pradesh Police have solved a theft case at the historic Malinithan archaeological site in Lower Siang district, arresting one person and recovering most of the stolen ritual artefacts, officials said.

Arunachal marks Pema Khandu's decade as CM with commemorative stamps celebrating state's heritage

Arunachal Pradesh, on July 17, marked a decade of Chief Minister Pema Khandu's leadership with the launch of commemorative postage stamps showcasing the state's rich cultural heritage, traditions and unique identity.

Women risk lives crossing steel wire over swollen river to reach farms in Arunachal's Anjaw

A video from Arunachal Pradesh's Anjaw district has brought into focus the lack of basic infrastructure in one of the country's easternmost border regions, showing women crossing the swollen Ampani River by crawling along a steel wire to access their agricultural fields.

Arunachal CM Pema Khandu inaugurates revamped State Guest House-II in Itanagar

Arunachal agriculture board partners with NABCONS to strengthen implementation of farm schemes

The Arunachal Pradesh Agriculture Marketing Board (APAMB) on Thursday, July 16, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NABARD Consultancy Services Private Limited (NABCONS) to strengthen the implementation of agriculture development programmes and improve support for farmers across the state.

Arunachal, Bihar Rural Livelihood Missions ink MoU to boost nutrition, health initiatives

The Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM) and the Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society (BRLPS) on July 16 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen Food, Nutrition, Health and WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) interventions across Arunachal Pradesh under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).

Arunachal Dy CM reviews key central schemes, directs timely execution and stronger coordination

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Thursday, July 16, directed departments and district administrations to ensure the timely implementation of major infrastructure and development projects under various centrally sponsored schemes, stressing the need for stronger coordination, transparency and efficient fund utilisation.

Fresh floods, landslides batter five Arunachal districts; over 1 lakh affected, IMD issues heavy rain alert

Fresh floods and landslides triggered by incessant rainfall have hit five districts of Arunachal Pradesh, damaging houses, roads, bridges and irrigation infrastructure, even as the flood situation across the state remains critical with more than one lakh people affected.

Arunachal CM hands appointment letters to 111 PGT recruits, urges teachers to lead education reforms

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on July 16 felicitated and handed over appointment orders to 111 successful candidates of the Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) Examination-2025, urging them to become catalysts for educational transformation in the state.

Arunachal assembly panel pulls up departments over pending govt assurances, demands fresh status reports

The Committee on Government Assurances (GAC) of the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly on July 16 expressed concern over delays in implementing assurances made by the state government on the floor of the House and directed departments to expedite compliance.

Arunachal Dy CM directs departments to expedite implementation of Budget 2026-27 proposals

Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein reviewed Budget implementation and told departments to speed up key schemes. He said social sectors and infrastructure must advance together for balanced development.

Arunachal CM invites football fans to FIFA World Cup final screening in Itanagar

Pema Khandu has invited football fans to a public screening of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at Itanagar's IG Park. The free CM Fan Park event will also feature live performances as Spain and Argentina meet in New Jersey.

Arunachal Dy CM Chowna Mein directs departments to fast-track 2026-27 budget announcements

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein has directed all government departments to accord top priority to the timely and effective implementation of key proposals announced in the state budget for the 2026-27 fiscal.

Arunachal MLA Pani Taram conducts aerial, ground survey of flood-hit border areas in Kurung Kumey

Koloriang MLA and Advisor to the Home Minister (PHE & Water Supply), Pani Taram, conducted an aerial and ground survey of flood-affected areas in Damin, Paniasang and Parsi Parlo under the 21-Koloriang (ST) Assembly Constituency in Arunachal Pradesh's Kurung Kumey district to assess the damage caused by recent heavy rainfall and flash floods.

Arunachal's Leparada reels from flood devastation, urgent funding sought

Landslide blocks NH-13 in Arunachal's Pakke Kessang, travel advisory issued

A major landslide has blocked National Highway-13 at Pakro village in Arunachal Pradesh's Pakke Kessang district, disrupting road connectivity between Sagalee and Seppa, as well as traffic on the Itanagar–Seppa route.

Army porter camp near India-China border washed away as floods ravage Arunachal's Kurung Kumey

Raging Kumey River submerges Parsi Parlo; landslides sever road links as monsoon devastation spreads to remote border areas

Arunachal student body sets up committee to oversee ECI's electoral roll review

The All Arunachal Pradesh Students' Union (AAPSU) has constituted an eight-member committee to study, oversee and monitor the implementation of the Special Intensive Review (SIR) of electoral rolls being carried out by the Election Commission of India (ECI) across the state.