ITANAGAR, Oct 26 : The Arunachal Electronic and Digital Media Association (AEDMA) observed the 7th death anniversary of veteran journalist and pioneer of Arunachal Pradesh’s electronic media, Late Taro Chatung, by organising a blood donation drive at the Ramakrishna Mission Blood Centre in Itanagar on Sunday.
The programme was organised in remembrance of his invaluable contributions to journalism and the growth of electronic media in Arunachal Pradesh, reaffirming AEDMA’s commitment to keeping his legacy alive.
Late Taro Chatung’s wife, Bina Chatung, and daughter, Taro Sia, attended the programme along with his longtime friend, actor and director Hage D. Apa. They fondly recalled cherished memories of the late journalists, including their experiences working together in local films.
Expressing her heartfelt gratitude, Bina Chatung thanked AEDMA for remembering her husband and continuing to observe his death anniversary every year. She appreciated the association’s efforts to honour his legacy and preserve his contributions to the media fraternity.
Hage D. Apa also paid tribute to his late friend, urging individuals, organisations and society at large never to forget the selfless contributions of Late Taro Chatung to journalism. He emphasised the importance of recognising and honouring those who dedicated their lives to serving society through their profession.
Tana Opu, National Executive Member of the BJP Yuva Morcha, along with her team, also attended the programme to pay tribute to the late journalist. His contributions and professional engagements with political parties and leaders across the spectrum were recalled as part of his enduring public legacy.
Through the blood donation drive, AEDMA sought to transform remembrance into a meaningful act of service to humanity, reflecting the values of compassion, solidarity and public service that continue to inspire the media fraternity.
The observance served as a tribute not only to a pioneering journalist but also to a legacy that continues to inspire generations of media professionals in Arunachal Pradesh.

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Kenter Joya Riba

(Managing Editor)
      She is a graduate in Science with post graduation in Sociology from University of Pune. She has been in the media industry for nearly a decade. Before turning to print business, she has been associated with radio and television.
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