Khonsa, Jun 28: In a historic step towards honouring indigenous contributions to India’s freedom struggle, the office of the Deputy Commissioner, Tirap district, has officially recognised the heroic efforts of two prominent Nocte freedom fighters: Wangto Lowang, then Chief of Kheti village; and Wangmaan Lowangdong, then Chief of Borduria village. Both leaders played pivotal roles in resisting British colonial expansion in the 19th Century.
Wangto Lowang, then Chief of Kheti village, valiantly led his people during the Anglo-Nocte War of 1842, resisting British colonial expansion in the region. Wangmaan Lowangdong, then Chief of Borduria village, stood at the forefront of the Nocte Resistance of 1875, opposing colonial incursions and asserting the sovereignty of his people.
The recognition is based on authentic documentation retrieved from the National Archives of India, New Delhi, and presented by Wangtum H. Lowang, Director of Nocte Digest. Lowang is also a Member Secretary of the Sub-Committee on Unsung Heroes of Arunachal Pradesh since 2021. 
“These two events represent not only courage and leadership of the Nocte people, but also a broader narrative of indigenous resistance that has long remained underrepresented in mainstream history,” stated Techu Aran, Deputy Commissioner of Tirap district. “Their legacy shall now be formally recorded, honoured, and shared.” 
The names and contributions of these two chiefs will be archived officially in the district records and may be referenced in future commemorative events, educational materials and cultural initiatives. All government departments and educational institutions have been advised to extend support in preserving and disseminating this vital chapter of regional history.

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