Itanagar, Jul 8: Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Wednesday chaired a meeting of the Core Committee on Unsung Heroes of Arunachal Pradesh to review the progress of efforts aimed at identifying, documenting and honouring remarkable individuals whose contributions have shaped the state's history and identity.
The meeting focused on advancing research on unsung heroes, preserving historical records and ensuring that their inspiring stories are documented and passed on to future generations.
Speaking after the meeting, Mein appreciated the valuable suggestions and contributions made by the Committee members and other stakeholders during the deliberations, underscoring the importance of preserving the state’s rich historical legacy.
Education Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona, who attended the meeting, said the Committee also discussed innovative ways to make the stories of Arunachal’s unsung heroes more engaging and accessible to younger generations.
Among the ideas deliberated was presenting the lives and achievements of local heroes through comic books and other creative artistic formats to help children connect with the state's history, culture and inspiring personalities.
“Our stories deserve to be told, remembered and passed on to future generations,” Sona said, while appreciating the efforts of the Core Committee in documenting the contributions of lesser-known personalities.
The meeting was attended by Rajya Sabha MP Tai Tagak, Rajiv Gandhi University Vice-Chancellor Prof SK Nayak, Registrar Dr NT Rikam and Coordinator of the Unsung Heroes Project, Prof Ashan Riddi, among others.
The initiative seeks to systematically identify, document and preserve the lives and contributions of individuals who have played significant roles in the socio-cultural, political and historical development of Arunachal Pradesh, ensuring that their legacy continues to inspire future generations.