Arunachal Pradesh Governor Calls for Enhanced Coordination Along Myanmar Border

Itanagar, November 15 (Daily Kiran) : Arunachal Pradesh Governor K.T. Parnaik stressed the importance of robust monitoring and seamless coordination among the military, Assam Rifles, state police, intelligence agencies, and civil administration to effectively address security challenges along the international border with Myanmar.

During a security review meeting held in Namsai, the Governor focused on strengthening border management, expediting border fencing, and intensifying efforts against drug trafficking in eastern Arunachal Pradesh.

A senior official from the Lok Bhawan in Itanagar noted that this meeting was part of ongoing efforts to accelerate border fencing. Representatives from all agencies involved in the project participated in the discussions.

Parnaik emphasized the need for a comprehensive security review in the strategically important districts of Tirap, Changlang, and Longding to maintain peace, stability, and public trust in the region.

Highlighting the significance of border infrastructure, he mentioned that the decision to construct fencing was made after extensive consultations, with the central home ministry already issuing necessary directives.

He called for immediate action on the ground, expressing concerns over delays in border fencing and the ongoing issue of cross-border drug trafficking. The Governor advocated for a coordinated approach across the state to effectively tackle security challenges.

He recommended regular coordination meetings among security agencies, district administration, and state police to assess the security situation, identify emerging threats, ensure timely information sharing, and formulate coordinated responses.

Major General H.S. Mavi, Inspector General of Assam Rifles (North), Brigadier Adarsh Kumar Singh, Deputy Inspector General of Assam Rifles, and S.K. Verma, Chief Engineer of the Border Roads Organization, were among those who participated in the discussions.

Deputy Commissioner Lobsang Tsering (Namsai), R.D. Thungon (Changlang), and Badonlam Tawasik (Tirap), along with ADC Pebika Lego (Longding), briefed the Governor on the ground progress related to border fencing and anti-drug initiatives, as well as implementation issues and administrative challenges.

Superintendents of Police Kirli Padu (Changlang), Sangey Thinley (Namsai), and Thupten Jambe (Longding) provided updates on security concerns, the status of border fencing, and measures to strengthen anti-drug campaigns.