Itanagar, Aug 20: Justice Prasanta Kumar Deka (Retd.) was sworn-in as the Chairperson, Lokayukta, Arunachal Pradesh in an impressive function at the Vivekananda Hall of Raj Bhavan, Itanagar on Wednesday. Er. Sang Phuntsok, IAS (Retd.) was also sworn-in as its member on the occasion.
Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General KT Parnaik (Retd.) administered the Oath of Office to the Chairperson and member of Lokayukta, Arunachal Pradesh.
Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, Cabinet Ministers, senior officers and many other officials were present on the occasion.
State Chief Secretary Manish Gupta conducted the proceedings.
Later, the Chairperson called on the Governor. During the interaction, the Governor highlighted the essence and significance of the institution of the Lokayukta in strengthening democratic governance. He reminded that the Lokayukta is not merely a statutory body, but a moral guardian entrusted with the responsibility of upholding integrity in public life.
The Governor advised the Chairperson to play a proactive role in promoting transparency, ensuring public accountability and combating corruption. He emphasized that a corruption-free system is the foundation of people’s trust in governance, and institutions like the Lokayukta are key to achieving it.
The Governor further conveyed that he looks forward to receiving the annual report of the Lokayukta, which he said would not only serve as a mirror to the functioning of public institutions but also guide the State in strengthening mechanisms of accountability and good governance.

---

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.
Email: kenterjoyaz@easternsentinel.in / editoreasternsentinel@gmail.com
Phone: 0360-2212313

<< Back to News List