Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu praised the state’s sports achievements, securing the fifth position nationally and excelling in the Northeast during the Khelo India Tribal Games. He inaugurated key facilities at Dera Natung Government College, urging students to actively engage in sports for discipline and a healthy lifestyle. Khandu shared about the state’s scholarship program for students entering the top 150 universities globally, emphasizing the importance of seizing such opportunities.
Highlighting the state’s focus on education and healthcare, Khandu assured continued efforts to enhance infrastructure in educational institutions. He pledged support for Dera Natung Government College’s future needs, including addressing emerging infrastructure requirements promptly. The Chief Minister honored the late Dera Natung’s vision of empowering youth through quality education, acknowledging the college’s academic growth and diverse student body.
Khandu emphasized the significance of sports infrastructure, noting the role of newly inaugurated facilities in promoting holistic student development. He discussed education reforms aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, aiming to elevate standards to global levels. The Chief Minister stressed the integration of technology and artificial intelligence in education, introducing initiatives for real-time monitoring and enhancing educational outcomes.
Announcing plans for science centers with planetariums in Namsai and Dirang, Khandu aimed to foster scientific curiosity among students. He encouraged skill-based education in sectors like hydropower, MSMEs, startups, and entrepreneurship, urging students to become job creators. Khandu highlighted government schemes supporting startups and innovation, emphasizing the establishment of an “Arunachal Creative Economy” cell to nurture local talent.
