Chongkham (Namsai), Jan. 15: Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Tuesday inaugurated a newly constructed hostel building at Arunachal Pali Vidyapith Residential School in Chongkham, strengthening educational infrastructure and reaffirming the state government’s commitment to quality education and cultural preservation.
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| Deputy CM Chowna Mein inaugurated the newly constructed hostel building |
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Namsai Deputy Commissioner C. R. Khampa, officials from various departments, members of the Arunachal Pali Vidyapith Society, community leaders, and local residents. The newly built hostel, with a capacity to accommodate 60 students, is expected to significantly improve boarding facilities at the residential school and support the growing demand for quality education in the region.
Addressing the gathering, Mein congratulated the Arunachal Pali Vidyapith Society and the Rural Works Department (RWD) for successfully completing the project. He acknowledged their efforts in enhancing educational facilities and ensuring a better learning environment for students. The Deputy Chief Minister also assured continued support from the state government for the institution’s future expansion, including the construction of additional hostel facilities to accommodate more students in the coming years.
Emphasising the need to preserve the rich cultural identity of the region, Mein said education should not be limited to academic learning alone but must also play a role in protecting traditional languages and heritage. He reiterated the government’s commitment to promoting the teaching and learning of Pali and Tai Khamti languages, which hold deep historical and cultural significance for the community.
The Deputy Chief Minister also highlighted the importance of preserving rare manuscripts and historical documents housed in the school’s museum. He stressed the need for digitisation and restoration of these valuable records to ensure their protection for future generations. According to him, these manuscripts are not only important cultural treasures of the Tai Khamti community but also an integral part of Arunachal Pradesh’s broader heritage.
Mein further noted that Chongkham’s emergence as an Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) headquarters presents new opportunities for development. He said the government would focus on planned and sustainable growth to transform the town into a vibrant educational and cultural centre. Alongside supporting institutions such as Arunachal Pali Vidyapith, efforts would also be directed towards improving infrastructure and public services in the region.
“By strengthening education and preserving our cultural heritage, we are investing in our children and securing the future of Arunachal Pradesh,” Mein said, reaffirming the government’s vision of balanced development rooted in education, culture, and community progress.
