ITANAGAR, Oct 12: The State Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Chowna Mein, called on the Governor, Lt Gen KT Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd.), at Lok Bhavan, Itanagar, on 12th October 2026. They discussed key development priorities, focusing on infrastructure and connectivity, youth empowerment, employment generation and effective implementation of welfare schemes. They also discussed the progress of centrally funded projects and the State’s infrastructure investment programme for 2026–29.

Emphasizing the importance of human capital development, the Governor called for greater investment in skill development, entrepreneurship, tourism, horticulture and other local livelihood opportunities to create sustainable employment for the State’s youth. He also stressed the value of sports, discipline and community participation in nurturing confident, capable and socially responsible young people.

The Deputy Chief Minister apprised the Governor about the arrival of Holy Relics of Shakyamuni Buddha to Namsai on 14th November 2026 and invited the Governor for the sacred exposition (ritual). (PRO to Governor)