Doimukh, Apr 11: A team from the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), led by Under Secretary Ms. Parna Sahana, visited Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) from April 10–11, to review projects funded under the North Eastern Council (NEC) schemes. The primary focus of the visit was the project titled “Promotion and Literary Development of Mother Languages of Arunachal Pradesh,” implemented by the Arunachal Institute of Tribal Studies (AITS), RGU. The team conducted an extensive site inspection, concentrating on the documentation of endangered languages, oral narratives, and the preservation of cultural heritage belonging to lesser-known indigenous communities of Arunachal Pradesh. This inspection forms part of MDoNER’s ongoing commitment to cultural preservation and holistic regional development across the Northeastern states. The initiative seeks to document, conserve, and promote the linguistic heritage of tribal regions, particularly those facing the threat of cultural and linguistic extinction.
Prof. S.K. Nayak, Acting Vice Chancellor of RGU, underscored the university’s active role in community-driven research and outreach. He stated that RGU’s involvement in this project reaffirms its enduring mission to serve the people of Arunachal Pradesh and safeguard their rich cultural and linguistic traditions. Under Secretary Parna Sahana expressed satisfaction with the progress made and the dedication exhibited by the university and particularly the team of researchers and investigators from RGU's AITS in implementing the project. Praising the team’s efforts, she remarked, “Language is not just a means of communication, but a vessel of identity and heritage. The commitment of RGU’s researchers in preserving these fragile linguistic traditions is truly commendable.”
Dr. N.T. Rikam, Registrar of RGU, reiterated the university’s commitment to extending full institutional support for the successful execution of such culturally vital initiatives. He also recommended a follow-up study to assess the project’s long-term impact.
Speaking on fund utilization aspects, Prof. Otem Padung, Finance Officer, emphasized the importance of financial accountability, timely and efficient fund utilization to meet the project’s objectives. Dr. David Pertin, Joint Registrar, highlighted the significance of close coordination among all stakeholders involved in the implementation and evaluation processes. He noted that interdisciplinary and inter-institutional collaboration has been crucial to the project’s success. He also informed the visiting team about the various outputs of the project, including books, articles, dictionaries, and documentaries on the Ashing, Brokpa, and Nah tribes.
Prof. Jumyir Basar, Director of AITS, stated that the project is in perfect alignment with the institute’s vision of documenting, preserving, and promoting the indigenous knowledge systems of Arunachal Pradesh.

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