Tawang, May 14: The first Governing Body meeting for finalisation of the Annual Action Plan under the VB G-RAM-G scheme for the financial year 2026–27 was held at the Deputy Commissioner’s office premises here this afternoon.
The meeting was chaired by DC-cum-District Programme Coordinator Namgyal Angmo and attended by Zilla Parishad Chairperson Leki Gombu, Jemiethang-Dudungkhar ZPM Tsering Yangzom, Tawang ZPM Sonam Nordzin, Assistant Commissioner-cum-Director (RD) Tenzin Jambey, Block Development Officers and officials of the Rural Development Department.
Welcoming the members, Assistant Commissioner-cum-Director (RD) Tenzin Jambey presented the proposed list of developmental works under the VB G-RAM-G Plan for 2026–27 through a detailed PowerPoint presentation. The proposed projects are aimed at strengthening rural infrastructure and improving public welfare across various parts of the district.
During the discussions, ZPC Leki Gombu stressed the need for transparency and participatory planning and urged the Rural Development Department to provide copies of the proposed work list to all Zilla Parishad Members.
He also suggested inclusion of solar-powered initiatives such as solar lamps and solar water heaters under the scheme, emphasising the importance of sustainable and eco-friendly development in the district.
He further appealed to all Gram Chairpersons and ZPMs to compulsorily enrol themselves as Civil Defence volunteers, highlighting the importance of community preparedness and collective responsibility during emergencies and disaster situations.
The meeting concluded with detailed deliberations and a collective commitment from all stakeholders towards effective implementation of the VB G-RAM-G Annual Action Plan for the holistic development of Tawang district.