Guwahati: In a proud moment for the media fraternity of Arunachal Pradesh, senior journalist and media leader Takam Sonia has been conferred with the esteemed ‘Samaj Bandhu’ award. The honour was bestowed upon him at a ceremony in Veerbhoomi district, West Bengal, during the observance of ‘Matri Diwas 2025’, a celebratory event organised by M/s Prantik Care the Earth.
Takam Sonia, who is currently the President of the Arunachal Press Media Welfare Society and the Editor of ‘Arun Bhoomi’, was lauded for his remarkable and unwavering dedication to journalism. His decades-long career has been marked by a commitment to grassroots reporting, bringing critical regional issues from the Himalayan state into the national conversation. Through the ‘Arunbhoomi News Channel’, he has played a pivotal role in fostering public awareness, civic engagement, and upholding media integrity across Arunachal Pradesh.
The organisers of the event highlighted Sonia’s exemplary leadership and his steadfast adherence to the core values of truth and transparency. The ‘Samaj Bandhu’ award, they explained, is a tribute to individuals who have made significant and sustained contributions to the media landscape through ethical reporting and a strong sense of social responsibility. The honour is seen as a recognition of Sonia’s profound and positive impact on the media ecosystem of the North-East.
The Arunachal Press Media Welfare Society, of which Sonia is the President, expressed their immense pride at the recognition. In a statement, they described the award as a “proud milestone” for the entire media community of the state, underscoring Sonia’s role as a visionary leader whose integrity and commitment to journalistic values have set a high benchmark for others to follow.
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