NAHARLAGUN, 1 Oct: A two-week common basic induction training programme for newly recruited Junior Engineers (JEs) and Assistant Engineers (AEs) of the water resources department (WRD) and rural works department (RWD) commenced at the Administrative Training Institute (ATI) here on 28 September.

The training batch comprises 90 participants, including 57 trainees from WRD-six AEs and 51 JEs-and 33 trainees from RWD-18 AEs and 15 JEs.

Addressing the inaugural session, RWD chief engineer (design & planning) Kago Tabiyo shared his field experiences, including his role as nodal officer for World Bank projects and his contribution to monitoring the implementation of PMGSY in the state.

He highlighted his initiative in introducing the e-tendering system for work allocation in 2004, when internet connectivity was not available in most parts of Arunachal Pradesh. He also briefed the trainees on the evolution of engineering departments in the state.

Encouraging the young engineers, Tabiyo urged them to be visionary, embrace new challenges and explore new opportunities. He emphasised that passion for work is key to achievement and assured the trainees of his guidance and support whenever required.

ATI director Pate Marik highlighted the significance of induction training and briefed the trainees on probation rules. He urged them to sincerely adhere to the governance system for effective learning during their two-year probation period.

The training is being coordinated by ATI deputy director Corinna Mum Norbu, with RWD superintending engineer (coordination) Deli Kambu and WRD executive engineer Dimak Gamno serving as departmental coordinators.

WRD superintending engineer, Jamiri circle (West Kameng), Nabam Ayung was also present on the occasion.