Itanagar: Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Ojing Tasing has laid the foundation stone for the implementation of community assets at Niglok Gram Panchayat under Ruksin sub-division.
The project, funded under the 3% LSDG component of state-owned resource (SOR) grant FY 2024-25, aims to achieve the model “Green & Clean Village” status through community-driven efforts and best practices in cleanliness, hygiene, and plantation.
Minister Tasing emphasized the importance of community participation in transforming Niglok into a model clean and green village, as part of the Sustainable Development Goals.
He stressed that the success of this initiative lies in the proactive efforts of every member of the village, making village cleanliness a way of life for the community.
The Minister also highlighted the potential benefits of the initiative, including the creation of livelihood opportunities and a boost to rural tourism for Niglok GP and adjoining areas.
He suggested innovative local projects and the adoption of best practices for Localized Sustainable Development Goals (LSDG) on the clean and green village theme.
Local MLA Ninong Ering, Pasighat MLA Tapi Darang, East Siang DC Tayi Taggu, ZPC Olen Rome, and ZPM Aruni Jamoh also spoke on the occasion, emphasizing the role of the community in achieving the mission of “clean and green Niglok”.
Director (Panchayat Raj) Tajing Jonnom, who has adopted LSDG Village Niglok, highlighted the objectives and goals under the Clean and Green Panchayat initiative.
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