YATDAM, Nov 10: Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein attended the Silver Jubilee celebration of Yatdam Circle, commemorating 25 years of its establishment in 2001. The occasion marked an important milestone in the region's journey of progress, growth and development.
Extending his warm greetings and congratulations to the people of Yatdam, Yankang, Jongrom and neighbouring villages, Mein said the Silver Jubilee was an opportunity to remember the pioneers, honour the sacrifices of earlier generations and celebrate the unity and collective efforts that shaped Yatdamover the past 25 years.
The establishment of Yatdam Circle Headquarters in 2001, formally inaugurated on 11 April 2001 by the then Chief Minister Mukut Mithi, marked a significant milestone in bringing administration and public services closer to the people. 
As part of the Silver Jubilee celebration, the Deputy Chief Minister along with the Speaker, Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly and MLAs laid the foundation stone for the Silver Jubilee Park at Yatdam and inaugurated several important developmental projects. These included the Hydro Power Division Office, two Type-III (G+1) residential quarters for the Executive Engineer, Power and Hydro Power, the Water Resources Division Office, among others.
On the occasion, Mein also paid tribute to Late Wangnia Pongte, former Minister, for his significant contributions towards the establishment of Yatdam Circle, recognition of the Tutsacommunity as a Scheduled Tribe and the political and administrative development of the region. He also remembered Late Somngak Songthing and other prominent personalities for their contributions to the social and cultural development of the Tutsa community.
He also remembered the land donors of Jongrom and Yankangvillages, particularly Late Pahang Kanglom and MonjutKungkho, whose generosity and sacrifice made the establishment of Yatdam Circle Headquarters possible. He also acknowledged the contributions of former administrators, public representatives, teachers, health workers and government officials who have played an important role in the region's development.
Highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the Tutsa community, the Deputy Chief Minister emphasized the importance of preserving traditional practices, customs and festivals passed down through generations. He noted that traditional community practices such as Sikum, Jungruh, Jungchu, Chupbeytum and Wosok, along with festivals like Ronghon Kuh, Kungtom Kuh and Jattan Kuh, reflect the community's deep-rooted relationship with nature and its collective cultural identity. He also underscored the importance of preserving traditional heritage sites such as the Woiso Sum traditional salt well. 
Recalling the hardships faced by earlier generations, who travelled long distances on foot through difficult terrain and limited transportation facilities, he said the progress witnessed today is the result of their determination, sacrifices and spirit of community cooperation.
The Deputy Chief Minister appreciated the leadership and continued efforts of APLA Speaker, Tesam Pongte towards the development and welfare of the people of Yatdam and the surrounding region. He also called upon the younger generation to pursue education, develop their skills, preserve their cultural identity and actively contribute to the development of their communities.
Emphasising the way forward, he said that greater attention will be continued to be given to education, healthcare, road connectivity, employment opportunities and public services while safeguarding the rich traditions and cultural values of the Tutsa community.
The celebration was hosted by Tesam Pongte, Speaker of the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly and also attended by Chau Zingnu Namchoom, MLA, Namsai; Wanglam Sawin, MLA, Khonsa East; Laisam Simai, MLA, Nampong; Hamjong Tangha, MLA, Changlang South; Remjung Jugli, Zilla Parishad Chairperson, Changlang; Kirli Padu, Superintendent of Police, Changlang; Marpe Riba, ADC among others.

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