05/06/2025
*World Environment Day Celebrated at Donyi Polo Vidya Niketan, Pasighat*
IPAK DIYUM
Pasighat, June 5:- World Environment Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Donyi Polo Vidya Niketan, Pasighat (Talom Rukbo Nagar), East Siang District. The event was graced by Dr. Anupam Mishra, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal, as the Chief Guest. Shri Pankaj Lamba, IPS, Superintendent of Police, Pasighat, East Siang District, attended as the Special Guest. also attended by Dr. B.N. Hazarika, Dean of the College of Horticulture and Forestry, Pasighat; Shri Bodong Yirang, President of Arunachal Shiksha Vikas Samiti; Shri Tanon Tatak, President of Adi Bane Kebang (ABK); Dr. Kaling Dai, President of the School Management Committee (SMC); and Smti Order Gao, Joint Secretary, SMC, along with other esteemed dignitaries.
As part of the celebration, hundreds of saplings were planted on the school grounds by the dignitaries and guests. The College of Horticulture and Forestry, Pasighat, generously donated the saplings for the occasion.
In an interview, Dr. Anupam Mishra and newly elected ABK President Shri Tanon Tatak emphasized the importance of plantation in combating the adverse effects of population explosion and deforestation, which contribute to global warming. They advocated for the adoption of a national slogan: "One Person, One Plantation" to mark World Environment Day and promote environmental responsibility.
The ABK President also announced that the newly formed ABK team is deeply concerned about the future of the youth, as society is increasingly affected by the menace of drug abuse. He stated that the team will implement strict measures to curb and minimize drug-related issues in the community.