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Itanagar: East Siang district officials recently gathered for a District Development Review meeting to evaluate the progress of infrastructure projects and the implementation of state and central welfare schemes. Deputy Commissioner Tayi Taggu chaired the session, which included Zilla Parishad Chairperson Olen Rome and various department heads, to assess development milestones for April 2026.
A primary focus of the meeting was law and order, specifically the enforcement of the Inner Line Permit system. Authorities reported that 190 permits were issued during the month, while inspectors identified 73 violations. To improve monitoring, a new ILP check gate is now operational at the Oyan Bypass.
Regarding public services, the district has reached 67 per cent completion on its smart meter installation project. The Deputy Commissioner urged officials to accelerate the remaining work to ensure the initiative finishes on schedule. The review also covered major infrastructure projects, including road construction, hospital upgrades, and the development of the district secretariat building.
Welfare programs showed strong performance, with the district hitting 180 per cent of its target for the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana. Additionally, food security programs under the National Food Security Act maintained full coverage for over 48,000 beneficiaries. Health officials noted that enrolment for the Ayushman Bharat scheme now stands at 90 per cent for families.
The Deputy Commissioner directed department heads to prioritize transparency in beneficiary selection through mandatory Gram Sabhas. She stressed that welfare benefits must reach the most vulnerable citizens without administrative delays, while the Zilla Parishad Chairperson called for improved coordination between departments to boost public awareness at the grassroots level.
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