ZIRO, Nov 7: Arunachal Pradesh Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) Chairman Pramod Jain visited Ziro today to take a review of administrative functioning and public service delivery mechanisms at the district level.
During his visit, the Arc Chairman toured several key locations including India’s first Integrated Aqua Park at Tarin, ‘Naara Aaba’ Organic Kiwi Winery at Hong, and traditional Apatani houses at Hong village. At Hong village, he interacted with the local Apatani people, trying to understand their rich culture, sustainable traditions and unique ways of life.
He also visited the Mahatma Gandhi Centre at Hong village.
In the afternoon, the Chairman convened a review meeting with Deputy Commissioner Oli Perme, HoDs, and Gaon Burahs (GBs) at the conference hall of the District Secretariat. During the interaction, Jain sought feedback on the functioning and challenges faced by the Gaon Burahs, and invited suggestions for improving administrative provisions and services.
The GBs also took the opportunity to place their grievances and suggestions before him.
At the meeting, DPO Joram Tatum through a PPT presentation outlined the administrative development of the present-day Lower Subansiri district, and suggested strengthening the District Planning Committee for more efficient functioning. He emphasized need-based procurement at the district level over centralized procurement to reduce delays and losses, and also highlighted the need for better internet connectivity for smoother functioning of the e-Office system.
District Agriculture Officer Tasso Butung shared the challenges faced in implementing government schemes, particularly the delays in online sanctioning and fund disbursement processes at the central level, and suggested instituting specific timelines for timely completion of procedures.
Other officers including SDO Rani Perme, DMO Dr Millo Kunya, and several HoDs also spoke and offered valuable suggestions. The discussions centered around administrative reforms, strengthening of service delivery, enhancing people’s participation and improving efficiency in governance.
The visit concluded with the Chairman expressing appreciation for the efforts of the district administration and the community in maintaining a strong participatory governance model in Ziro. He further asked the DC to compile and submit all grievances and suggestions in writing to his office for necessary examination and action.
Earlier, upon his arrival, the ARC Chairman was accorded a traditional welcome by the D along with the HoDs (HODs).