Readers Forum

3 Mar 2026 · 1 min read

Public commentary without authentication

Editor, This is with reference to the anonymous letter titled ‘Arunachal secretariat at a moral crossroads’ published in your readers’ column, dated 27 February, 2026. At the outset, we respectfully submit that…

2 Mar 2026 · 1 min read

An earnest request to APPSC

Editor, With the APPSCCE round the corner, I would like to highlight the plight of the candidates who, in spite of getting high scores in GS papers, could not get enough marks in the optionals to qualify for the exam.…

2 Mar 2026 · 2 min read

Properly cross-verify documents

Editor, I wish to place on record my appreciation for the present incumbency of the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) for adopting Appendix-II (Table 3B) of the University Grants Commission…

28 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Road encroachment and safety concerns

Editor, Amidst the frequent forest fires and fire incidents that are being reported from various regions of the state, a concerning threat that is emerging in society is the problem of public roads. Blockages on public…

28 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Ensure equal preparation opportunity

Editor, This is in continuation of the concerns recently raised regarding the absence of a notified syllabus and examination pattern for the posts of finance & accounts officer (FAO) and sub-treasury officer (STO) under…

28 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Gratitude for restoring faith in APPSC

Editor, I wish to place on record a note of profound gratitude, born out of years of perseverance, disappointment, hope, and finally, faith restored. After reaching the interview stage of the assistant engineer…

27 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Arunachal secretariat at a moral crossroads

Editor, It is time to confront an uncomfortable reality within the Arunachal secretariat. Behind the ceremonial speeches and declarations of progress during the Statehood Day lies a deep sense of injustice among those…

26 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Let’s build a crowdfunding platform for Arunachalees

Editor, I wish to draw the attention of the conscious citizens of Arunachal Pradesh towards an urgent societal need: a systematic, transparent, and fraud-proof crowdfunding platform for our fellow Arunachalees facing…

25 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Extend deadline for the post of asst prof

Editor, I would like to draw the attention of the authorities concerned to the difficulties faced by many aspiring candidates regarding the recent recruitment process for the post of assistant professor. A significant…

25 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

The illusion of insufficient pay

Editor, At the end of every month, salaries are dutifully credited into our accounts. Depending on rank and position, these figures range from Rs 30,000 to well over Rs 2 lakh, often supplemented by various perks and…

25 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

An appeal for timely justice

Editor, I wish to place a humble and respectful appeal before the petitioner, advocate Habung Aape, concerning the ongoing petition that has resulted in the delay of the declaration of the APSSB CGL (UDC), 2025 results.…

25 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Extend online application deadline

Editor, I wish to draw the attention of the authorities concerned and the general public to certain technical difficulties faced by many aspirants during the online application process for the post of assistant…

25 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Calculation of API marks

Editor, I, on behalf of the deprived aspirants for the post of assistant professor for many years finally would like to draw the attention of the authorities concerned to the repeated injustice meted out to us by the…

24 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

A much-needed reform

Editor, I wish to highlight the significance of the Assistant Engineer Selection Examination (AESE) 2025-26, which marks a decisive shift towards merit-based and technically sound recruitment in Arunachal Pradesh. The…

24 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Amounts under DDUSY yet to be received

Editor, We would like to bring to the notice of the Upper Siang district planning officer, the deputy commissioner, and the state government that the DDUSY-2024 batch beneficiaries of Upper Siang district are yet to…

24 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Difficulty levels of Class 10 maths paper

Editor, I wish to draw attention to a serious concern regarding the recent Class 10 mathematics examination conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). This year, it was widely observed that the basic…

24 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

A reflection on marriage customs

Editor, Marriage has always been more than a union between two individuals. It is a bond between families, clans, and communities. Across cultures, the exchange of gifts during marriage has symbolised gratitude,…

24 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

A call for dignity, reflection, and preparedness

Editor, The recent ignominious incident in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, involving three young women from Arunachal Pradesh and their neighbours has drawn widespread attention. What began as a neighbourhood dispute quickly…

23 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Let’s celebrate Mopin together

Editor, Festivals like Holi and Diwali are celebrated joyously across India, transcending regional and religious boundaries. While deeply rooted in Hindu traditions, they have beautifully evolved into shared cultural…

23 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

A ‘patriotism tax’

Editor, Our chief minister, when recently questioned on the 80:20 job recruitment ratio, reminded us that “Arunachal is a part of India.” While no one disputes our state’s place in the union, this response carries a…