KHONSA, Mar 17: Tirap Deputy Commissioner Techu Aran paid his last respects to late Rapong Sawin, PRT (ISSE), by laying a wreath on the mortal remains of the departed teacher.
He was serving as the headmaster in-charge of Govt Upper Primary School, Lanwang.
According to family sources, Sawin passed away at his residence in Old Lanwang village on March 16 midnight due to a pressure stroke.
He was 38 and is survived by his wife and two sons.
During his service, he dedicated 9 years, 3 months, and 4 days to the field of education.
While consoling the bereaved family, the DC expressed that the untimely demise of such a young and promising teacher is a great loss not only to the Education Department but also to his family and the Tutsa community at large. He also met the Khonsa East MLA Wanglam Sawin, who is the uncle of the deceased.
Meanwhile, the Education Dept led by DDSE Tirap K C Lowangcha conveyed their condolences to the bereaved family. (DIPRO)