Readers Forum

Readers Forum 13 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Need for reform in appointment of GBs

Editor, The Government of Arunachal Pradesh should immediately put an end to the practice of politically influenced appointment of gaon buras and strictly adhere to the prescribed norm of a 1:100 ratio for their appointment in all situations. Over the years, the indiscriminate and excessive appointment of GBs in Arunachal has significantly undermined the integrity

Readers Forum 13 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Violation of 80:20 ratio recruitment rule in APPSCJECRE 2025

Editor, I would like to throw some light on the result of the recent recruitment, APJECRE 2025. As we have all been witnessing the results of JECRE 2025, many aspirants have made it to the list. It is very heartwarming to see all the deserving candidates making it into the list, but in the midst

Readers Forum 13 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Don’t dilute TET norms in TGT recruitment

Editor, I write this as a serious aspirant for the ongoing APPSC recruitment for TGT posts. The recent decision to allow final-year BEd students to apply is understandable, given the uncertainty and infrequency of such opportunities. Many students understandably felt disadvantaged when they were initially excluded. However, this decision raises an important practical concern. If

Readers Forum 13 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Grievances of many agriculture and horticulture graduates

Editor, I would like to highlight the grievances of many agriculture and horticulture graduates of the state. So far, many recruitments have been made with utmost care and fairness. However, agriculture and horticulture graduates have been consistently neglected. As per the tentative schedule, the notification for Technical Group A posts (agriculture & horticulture) was expected

Readers Forum 11 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Capital comes to a standstill

Editor, Business establishments across the twin cities of Itanagar and Naharlagun wore a deserted look as a significant portion of the private workforce departed for Assam to cast their votes in the ongoing general elections. The shutdown, which saw shops, retail outlets, and service sectors operating at minimal capacity, serves as a stark reflection of

Readers Forum 11 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

Present condition of government polytechnic and technical institutions

Editor, I would like to draw attention to the present condition of government polytechnic and technical institutions in Arunachal Pradesh, which has been discussed repeatedly in recent years but still requires serious and timely intervention. Recent reports have highlighted several challenges faced by polytechnic colleges in the state, including shortage of faculty, inadequate infrastructure, administrative

Readers Forum 11 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Whether they have cleared TET or not

Editor, I want to draw kind attention regarding the compulsory inclusion of TET in teacher recruitment, wherein another group who has cleared it is claiming that TET should be made mandatory so that it would comply with the rules and regulations of teacher recruitment. At the same time, aspirants who do not have a TET

Readers Forum 11 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Infamous APPSC fiasco

Editor, I wish to draw the attention of the authorities and the general public towards the long-pending injustice faced by the aggrieved candidates of the infamous APPSC fiasco. The recruitment process, which was meant to uphold merit, transparency, and fairness, has instead left numerous deserving candidates in distress. Those who rightfully fall next in the

Readers Forum 10 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Phase out temporary arrangement

Editor, I wish to draw the attention of the Commissioners and Principal Secretaries of key engineering departments-PWD, RWD, PHE & WS, WRD, among others-regarding the recent appointment of 161 Assistant Engineers through the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission. As these newly recruited AEs undergo two months of intensive training at the Administrative Training Institute, it

Readers Forum 10 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Delay has led to uncertainty

Editor, I would like to draw the attention of the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) to a matter of growing concern among aspirants awaiting the viva voce for the post of Assistant Professors in various government colleges of the state. The delay in the release of the shortlisted candidates’ list has led to considerable

Readers Forum 10 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Merit should prevail over restriction

Editor, The ongoing discussion regarding the Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) recruitment under the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has raised important concerns about fairness and equal opportunity. Notably, the Commission has not made the Arunachal Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (APTET) certificate compulsory at the application stage. However, a section of previously qualified candidates has

Readers Forum 10 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

Development versus ecology: The silent sacrifice of River Kamle

Editor, There are some memories that never fade. For me, River Kamle is not just a river; it is a story passed down through generations. Since childhood, I have heard how our ancestors walked for days along its course, how they settled by its banks, and how the river sustained them with food, water, and

Readers Forum 9 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Need for clarity on TET requirement

Editor, Through the esteemed columns of your newspaper, I wish to highlight a concern regarding the role of the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) in teacher recruitment. In light of judicial directions emphasizing the importance of TET qualification-even extending to in-service teachers in certain cases-many aspirants have taken this requirement seriously. As a result, a large

Readers Forum 9 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Roll out engineering colleges

Editor, I would like to draw attention to the need for proper planning and timely recruitment for the newly established government engineering colleges in Arunachal Pradesh, so that technical education in the state can progress in a meaningful and practical manner. It may be recalled that the state government had already sanctioned posts for the

Readers Forum 8 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

AAPSU election ends, but what next?

Editor, The AAPSU election was conducted peacefully, and the supporters of various candidates gave their best to make their candidates win. Some were able to win, and some were not. Winning and losing is a part of life and it is inevitable. Now, what next? All the elected or selected leaders should go through the

Readers Forum 7 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Make TET compulsory from next year

Editor, We wish to draw attention to the upcoming TGT recruitment exam, which is supposed to be held in July 2026. Time and again we have been seeing in your Readers’ Forum that many genuine, concerned aspirants have been expressing the importance and inclusion of TET exam in the recruitment process, but what has been

Readers Forum 7 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Delay in notification and examination

Editor, I wish to highlight the prolonged delay in the notification and examination of ADO, HDO and other related departmental posts by the APPSC, which has been causing significant distress among aspirants. As per the official annual calendar, the tentative examination for these posts was scheduled for May 2026. However, even as this timeline approaches,

Readers Forum 7 Apr 2026 · 4 min read

Representation without accountability

Editor, I write this letter to express a concern that is both personal and public. Recently, I came across posts congratulating the winners of the AAPSU elections. The All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union is regarded as one of the most respected student bodies in our state, and those elected are expected to represent the voice

Readers Forum 7 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

We were always here

Editor, Growing up in a small town in Arunachal Pradesh, everyone around me, including myself, classified people as either tribals or non-tribals. We would refer to non-tribals as ‘people from Delhi, Mumbai’, shaped largely by our exposure to Hindi media. Ironically, the question of ‘why do we look different?’ never surfaced in my mind as

Readers Forum 6 Apr 2026 · 2 min read

Make TET compulsory from next recruitment year

Editor, We wish to draw attention to the upcoming TGT recruitment exam, which is scheduled to be held in July 2026. Time and again, we have been seeing in your Readers’ Forum that many genuine, concerned aspirants have been expressing the importance and inclusion of TET in the recruitment process, but one thing has been