Siji, February 6: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday laid the foundation stones for a series of major infrastructure projects at Siji in Lower Siang district, underscoring the state government's commitment to strengthening administrative infrastructure, connectivity, public services, and overall development in the region.
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| Doctors, healthcare staff and officials pose in front of the newly upgraded 40-bedded Kardu Taipodia District Hospital in Likabali, Lower Siang district. (Image: x.com/PemaKhanduBJP) |
The projects launched by the Chief Minister include the construction of a Mini Secretariat at Siji, an RCC bridge over the Siji River, improved road connectivity linking the Likabali Highway to the district headquarters, a government secondary school at Dipa, residential accommodation for government officers and staff, a rest house, a fire station, Type-V quarters at Siji, and a police station at Pale.
Addressing officials and local residents, Khandu said the projects would collectively create a strong administrative and service delivery framework for Lower Siang district. He noted that the new infrastructure would enhance governance, improve accessibility to public services, and support the district’s long-term growth and development.
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The Chief Minister expressed satisfaction at seeing Lower Siang district become fully functional and reviewed several ongoing infrastructure works during his visit. He also inspected plans for the district headquarters and described the ongoing developments as a significant milestone in the district’s journey toward modernization and administrative efficiency.
Earlier in the day, Khandu highlighted the upgradation of the 40-bedded Kardu Taipodia District Hospital at Likabali, calling it a landmark achievement in strengthening healthcare services in the district. He said the upgraded hospital would play a vital role in ensuring better medical care, faster treatment, and improved healthcare access for residents.
“The hospital will serve as a beacon of hope for the people, providing quality healthcare services with dignity and compassion,” the Chief Minister said. He added that strengthening healthcare infrastructure remains a key priority of the government, particularly in remote and developing districts.
Officials stated that the projects reflect the government's vision of balanced regional development and infrastructure-led growth. The initiatives are expected to improve public administration, healthcare, education, law enforcement, and transportation, thereby contributing to the socio-economic advancement of Lower Siang and enhancing the quality of life of its residents.Officials said the projects underscore the state government’s focus on balanced development and infrastructure-led growth in newly created districts.
