BOLENG, 27 Sep: A Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, organised in line with the Seva Aapke Dwar initiative, was held on Sunday at the Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) here in Siang district, with the objective of facilitating public access to various government schemes and services.
The programme was attended by Education Minister PD Sona and Rural Development Minister Ojing Tasing, among others.
A total of 18 departments and institutions participated in the programme, providing a common platform for citizens to access government services and seek assistance under various welfare schemes.
The initiative aimed at strengthening last-mile service delivery and ensuring that the benefits of government programmes reached the intended beneficiaries.
Following the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, the newly completed infrastructure development of the GHSS was inaugurated by Sona, in the presence of Tasing, MLA Talem Taboh, former minister Tahong Tatak, the Siang ZPC, the deputy commissioner, the SP, heads of departments, teachers, students, government officials, and members of the public.
Addressing the gathering, Sona appreciated the quality of the infrastructure work and encouraged the students to remain sincere and dedicated towards their studies. He also urged them to take proper care of the newly constructed school building and make the best possible use of the facilities provided.
The minister further assured that the remaining furniture and other essential facilities would be provided soon.
In Upper Siang district, a Seva Sankalp Abhiyan was held at VKV Pittung, and in Mariyang.
Home Minister Mama Natung inaugurated the drive at VKV Pittung, and highlighted the objective of the campaign to take citizen-centric government services and welfare initiatives closer to the people, particularly those living in remote and far-flung areas.
He said the initiative seeks to reduce the need for people to travel long distances to access government services by promoting doorstep delivery and greater public outreach.
Recalling the Airgun Surrender Abhiyan, Natung said the initiative was aimed at bringing a positive change in people's attitude towards wildlife conservation. He appreciated the Adi community for embracing the movement and voluntarily giving up the use of airguns for hunting.
He, along with other dignitaries, also participated in a tree plantation under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' tree plantation campaign.
PHE&WS PS Pani Taram outlined the activities planned under the month-long campaign (17 September to 17 October), including service-oriented camps, sports, and literary programmes. He stressed the importance of preserving indigenous languages, and suggested conducting literary activities in local languages wherever possible.
He also urged people to address public issues through dialogue with the government and the administration.
Jengging-2 ZPM Orik Tali and Upper Siang Deputy Commissioner Dr Ashok Tajo also addressed the gathering.
The DC called for active public participation and cooperation for effective implementation of government schemes and programmes.
Representatives from 21 government departments, including banks, participated in the Pittung camp.
A Seva Sankalp Abhiyan camp was conducted also in Mariyang, where Mariyang ZPM Karsing Pertin inaugurated the camp. Various government departments extended services, and disseminated information on welfare schemes and programmes. Hundreds of people from Mariyang and adjoining areas benefited from the camp. (DIPROs)
