[ Mingkeng Osik ]

PASIGHAT, 29 Aug: A newly constructed Type-II residential quarters and two additional classrooms at Lal Bahadur Shastri Government Upper Primary School here in East Siang district were inaugurated on Friday by Pasighat East MLA Tapi Darang.

Speaking on the occasion, Darang stressed the need for collective efforts to restore Lal Bahadur Shastri School "to its former reputation." Recalling the school's strong standing in the past, he said the institution had once been known for its good name, and expressed concern over its present comparatively low student enrolment.

Darang emphasised that increasing student enrolment should be accompanied by quality teaching, discipline and better educational outcomes.

He said parents would be more inclined to choose government schools when teachers provide sincere, dedicated and quality education.

The MLA also spoke about the need for rational and need-based development of government schools. He said he had discussed the matter with the East Siang deputy commissioner, "particularly the importance of providing facilities based on student strength and the specific requirements of individual schools."

He further observed that in some government schools, the number of teachers is relatively high compared to the number of students. He underlined the importance of ensuring effective utilisation of teaching resources and improving the overall quality of education.

Appreciating the staff of Lal Bahadur Shastri School, Darang particularly praised the teachers for maintaining discipline, punctuality and uniformity.

The programme was attended by Chief Councillor Tagom Padung, Councillor Rahul Tamuk, Ward Councillors Mem Tamut and Oyon Pabin, and the teaching and non-teaching staff of the school.