Arunachal Governor Awards Mayor for Urban Renewal

Arunachal Pradesh Governor KT Parnaik recently presented the 'Land of the Rising Sun' medallion to Itanagar Municipal Corporation Mayor Likha Nari Tadar. The award specifically recognized her impactful work in improving urban infrastructure and civic services, particularly in sanitation and clean-and-green initiatives across the Capital Region.

Governor Parnaik encouraged Itanagar to strive towards becoming a premier tourism hub, emphasizing cleanliness and sustainability. He suggested launching a 'Zero Litter Itanagar Mission,' to be supported by CCTV surveillance, on-the-spot fines, public awareness campaigns, and citizen reporting.

Further, the governor called for strict waste segregation at the source and urged a complete ban on single-use plastics. He proposed developing eco-friendly alternatives and creating clean corridors from Donyi Polo Airport to city destinations, equipped with modern amenities.

To foster civic responsibility, Parnaik stressed the importance of community involvement through various committees and volunteer groups. Mayor Tadar updated the governor on ongoing IMC projects focused on waste management and civic administration.