Archive · 15 Jan 2026
Arunachal Deputy CM Pushes Digitisation of Rare Manuscripts
The Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Chowna Mein, recently inaugurated a new hostel at Pali Vidyapeeth in Namsai district.
He emphasized the importance of digitising and restoring rare manuscripts to preserve the state's cultural heritage.
Mein also stressed the need to teach the Pali language and local scripts, like the Tai Khamti script, as part of the school's curriculum.
He praised the institution for promoting education and cultural harmony and assured continued government support through grants and infrastructure funding.
The event was attended by local officials, teachers, and students.
Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein inaugurated a 60-bed hostel at Pali Vidyapeeth in Namsai district.
Mein emphasized the need to digitise and restore rare manuscripts to preserve the state's cultural heritage.
He stressed the importance of teaching the Pali language and local scripts, including the Tai Khamti script.
The government committed to continued support through annual grants-in-aid and infrastructure funding.
The event was attended by local officials, teachers, and students, highlighting the community's support for education and cultural preservation.
- Who
- Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein
- What
- Inauguration of a 60-bed hostel and emphasis on digitisation and restoration of rare manuscripts
- When
- January 15
- Where
- Pali Vidyapeeth in Chongkham, Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh
- Why
- To preserve linguistic and cultural heritage, strengthen education, and support community development
- Location
- Pali Vidyapeeth in Chongkham, Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh
- Event
- Inauguration of a 60-bed hostel
- Key Figures
- Chowna Mein (Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh)
- Focus Areas
- Digitisation, restoration of rare manuscripts, Pali language education, local scripts
- Government Commitment
- Annual grants-in-aid and infrastructure funding
- Institutional Support
- Documentation, digitisation, and restoration of manuscripts