ITANAGAR, Sep 20: In a major milestone for the State's Scout and Guide fraternity, Arunachal Pradesh has been conferred the D S Mahajan Excellence Award 2025–26 for being the Best State in Scout & Guide Fellowship by the Indian Scout & Guide Fellowship (ISGF), in recognition of its contribution in promoting the ideals of Scouting and Guiding.
The award was presented to Arunachal Pradesh during the 36th General Assembly of the Indian Scout & Guide Fellowship, held on September 18 at Kannur, Kerala. The General Assembly was organised alongside the 20th National Gathering, hosted by Kerala SGF from September 18–20.
The recognition marks a significant achievement for the Arunachal Pradesh State Scout & Guide Fellowship and acknowledges its efforts in promoting the ideals of scouting and guiding, including friendship, service, discipline and fellowship.
The national recognition will further encourage the Fellowship to strengthen its activities and continue serving society in the true spirit of the Scout and Guide movement. (DIPR)