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Arunachal Poll Alert: Security Forces Mobilized Amid TCL District Concerns

Arunachal Pradesh Governor has assured Congress leaders that security measures are being strengthened for the upcoming Panchayat elections. The assurance came after APCC President Bosiram Siram expressed concerns about the security situation in eastern districts. Governor Parnaik revealed he has already conducted multiple security review meetings in sensitive areas. The state government and security agencies have been instructed to ensure peaceful polling next month.

Key Points: Arunachal Governor Assures Security for Panchayat Elections

  • Congress delegation raised security concerns in Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts
  • Governor chaired multiple security review meetings in eastern districts
  • Security agencies instructed to ensure peaceful, free and fair elections
  • Panchayat elections scheduled for next month across Arunachal Pradesh
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Arunachal: Security agencies put on alert ahead of Panchayat polls

Governor Parnaik assures Congress delegation of enhanced security measures for upcoming Panchayat polls in sensitive TCL districts of Arunachal Pradesh.

"The Governor informed the delegation that the state government has been sensitised and security agencies are being instructed to ensure the security of all - Raj Bhavan Official"

Itanagar, Nov 1

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General (Retd) K.T. Parnaik has assured a Congress delegation that the state government has been sensitised and security agencies instructed to ensure the safety and security of all during the upcoming Panchayat elections, officials said on Saturday.

A Raj Bhavan official said that a delegation from the Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), led by its President Bosiram Siram, called on the Governor at Raj Bhavan on Friday.

The Congress delegation shared their apprehension on the security situation in the Tirap, Changlang, and Longding districts in view of the forthcoming Panchayat elections, the official said.

He said that the Governor appreciated their concerns and assured them that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure enhanced security during the grassroots-level elections.

The Governor emphasised that the Panchayat elections must be conducted in a peaceful, free, and fair manner, reflecting the true spirit of democracy.

“The Governor informed the delegation that the state government has been sensitised and security agencies are being instructed to ensure the security of all, during the Panchayat elections,” the Raj Bhavan official said.

He said that the Governor has already chaired a series of security review meetings, including in Namsai with elected representatives, district administrations, police authorities, and security agencies deployed in the Tirap-Changlang-Longding (TCL) area.

Similar high-level meetings were also held in Khonsa and Longding to review and strengthen security arrangements in the eastern districts. The general election to the Panchayats in Arunachal Pradesh is due next month.

The last general elections were held in December 2020. The State Election Commission earlier held by-elections for specific vacant Gram Panchayat and Zila Parishad constituencies.

During the meeting with the Governor, Siram was accompanied by APCC working President Techi Tagi Tara, and General Secretary-cum-Spokespersons Chera Taya and Kon Jirjo Jotham.

The APCC, in a statement, said that the Governor gave a patient hearing to the concerns raised and shared his own understanding of the prevailing situation in the TCL districts.

He assured the delegation that he would take up the matter with the Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Chief Secretary Manish Gupta and Director General of Police (DGP) Anand Mohan to ensure necessary action.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Finally some action! The border states need special attention during elections. Hope the security agencies implement these instructions properly and don't just make empty promises like last time.
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Michael C
As someone who has worked in development projects in Northeast India, I appreciate the Governor's direct involvement. Grassroots democracy is the foundation of our system - protecting it is non-negotiable.
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Ananya R
While the assurances sound good, I hope this isn't just political drama before elections. The common people in these districts deserve to vote without fear. Action speaks louder than words!
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Sarah B
Panchayat elections are the backbone of rural democracy in India. Glad to see both the ruling party and opposition working together to ensure safety. This is how democracy should function! 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
Security in border states like Arunachal is always a concern. The Governor being a retired army officer should understand the ground realities better. Hope his experience helps in smooth elections.

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