Readers Forum

5 May 2026 · 1 min read

Congratulations to Dr Joram Aniya

Editor, I write to express my heartfelt congratulations to Dr Joram Aniya on her appointment as the first full-time member from Arunachal Pradesh in the NITI Aayog. This achievement marks a proud and defining moment not…

4 May 2026 · 1 min read

Prioritise field deployment of qualified AEs

Editor, I wish to express concern regarding the recent deployment order of assistant engineers (AEs) under the Power Department, where newly recruited AEs have largely been posted as ASW (planning). It is disheartening…

4 May 2026 · 1 min read

Need for detailed marks disclosure in AESE exam

Editor, We would like to congratulate the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission for successfully conducting the AESE examination in a fair and transparent manner. This is a commendable step towards restoring…

4 May 2026 · 1 min read

Appreciation for APPSC’s step towards transparency

Editor, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) for uploading the question-cum-answer booklet (QAB) of the general English paper of the APPS Combined…

4 May 2026 · 2 min read

Defining my identity

Editor, I am writing to share my identity as a member of a Scheduled Tribe (ST) from Arunachal Pradesh. This status is my fundamental truth, as recognised by the Constitution of India. I want to state clearly that I do…

4 May 2026 · 2 min read

Concern over quality education

Editor, The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), launched in 2001 by the central and state governments, was a commendable initiative aimed at universalising elementary education across India. It has played a significant role in…

4 May 2026 · 1 min read

AESE marks disclosure needed

Editor, I wish to draw attention to an important concern following the recently conducted AESE examination. While the non-technical answer key has been published, many aspirants are unable to properly evaluate their…

4 May 2026 · 5 min read

An alternative perspective

Editor, This concerns the article titled ‘The education policy gap in Arunachal’, dated 27 April, 2026. Most of the observations made by the author were noteworthy and to be deliberated upon. However, a few of them…

1 May 2026 · 1 min read

Request for uniform implementation of teachers’ transfer policy

Editor, I would like to bring to your attention certain concerns regarding the implementation of the teachers’ transfer and posting policy in East Siang district, particularly with reference to post graduate teachers…

1 May 2026 · 1 min read

Establish adequate CUET centres in Arunachal

Editor, I would like to draw attention to a serious issue affecting students from Arunachal Pradesh with regard to the allocation of CUET centres. A large number of students from the state are being assigned examination…

1 May 2026 · 2 min read

Address illegal surcharging on MRP

Editor, I am submitting this letter addressed to the the deputy chief minister and finance minister. Respected sir, I am writing this letter to highlight a persistent issue that affects every household in our state: the…

30 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Visible improvements in the cleanliness of Itanagar

Editor, I would like to draw the attention of our citizens to the visible and highly commendable improvements in the cleanliness of Itanagar. I want to express my heartfelt appreciation to Smt. Likha Nari Tadar, Mayor…

28 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Why is the SUMP facing opposition?

Editor, The Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) has faced persistent opposition since 2024 from villagers belonging to the indigenous Adi community across Upper Siang, Siang, and East Siang districts. The core of…

27 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

MMSKY guest teachers deserve job security

Editor, I write this letter not just as a guest teacher under the Mukhya Mantri Shiksha Kosh Yojana (MMSKY), but as one among hundreds who stood firm when the education system of Arunachal Pradesh was going through one…

27 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

A ray of hope in the education system

Editor, Over the past three decades, the education system in Arunachal Pradesh has deteriorated from bad to worse. This decline may be attributed to frequent changes in educational policies, such as RTE Act, 2009 and…

27 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

Plea for efficient, affordable transport in capital

Editor, I would like to draw the attention of the state government and the public to the deteriorating condition and exorbitant fares of the Arunachal Pradesh State Transport Services (APSTS) bus services, particularly…

25 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Shortage of gastroenterologists in Arunachal

Editor, Arunachal Pradesh is facing a serious but often ignored health crisis – rising gastric diseases and a severe shortage of gastroenterologists. In a tribal state where smoked meat, fermented food, bamboo…

25 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Questioning the need for a pre-viva waiting list

Editor, I am replying to the letter published regarding introducing a pre-viva waiting list in the PGT recruitment process. The proposal appears to be based on an unrealistic assumption that candidates who have…

24 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Introduce waiting list for PGT recruitment

Editor, The PGT recruitment process can be improved by introducing a waiting list at an early stage. Many candidates who qualify for PGT also appear for assistant professor recruitment. If they are selected there, they…

24 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Women’s reservation: Not defeated, but delayed by conditions

Editor, I wish to address the widespread confusion surrounding the recent developments on women’s reservation. It must be clearly stated that the 33% reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies has not been…