Arunachal Pradesh Governor inaugurates golden jubilee celebration of state legislative assembly

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Itanagar: Marking a historic milestone, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik on Thursday inaugurated the golden jubilee celebrations of the state Legislative Assembly, hailing it as a ‘sacred temple of democracy, a beacon of hope, a forum for unity, and a symbol of inclusive progress’.

Unveiling the Golden Jubilee Commemoration Plaque at the Assembly complex here, the governor formally launched the 45-day-long celebrations, which honour 50 years of legislative excellence and democratic resilience in the state.

Chief Minister Pema Khandu released the official theme song of the jubilee, while Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein launched a commemorative badge symbolising the occasion. Reflecting on the Assembly’s journey since its inception in 1975, Parnaik said the event was not merely a celebration of the passage of time, but a tribute to the state’s democratic evolution, the maturity of its institutions, and the enduring spirit of its people.

He paid heartfelt tributes to past and present visionary leaders, Speakers, Deputy Speakers, and Assembly officials who, through their wisdom and commitment, have strengthened the institution into a proud emblem of transparency, heritage, and representative governance.

Acknowledging the challenges of the state’s formative years, the governor recalled the uphill journey of building the state from scratch amid difficult terrain, sparse settlements, and limited infrastructure.

“Unlike some of our sister states in the North East, we chose peace, inclusivity, and unity in diversity,” he said.

“We are witnessing a transformative phase marked by improved administrative outreach and responsive, citizen-centric governance,” Parnaik said and credited the Assembly for playing a pivotal role through landmark legislation and visionary leadership.

He emphasised the importance of financial probity, transparency, and accountability at the core of good governance and commended the implementation of the e-Vidhan system, stressing the need for seamless technological integration in governance.

The governor called for robust land reforms, stronger legislation on solid waste management, hygiene, and sanitation, and greater empowerment of women through rights-based, participatory policies.

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