DIRANG, Nov 6: Dirang MLA and Advisor to the Minister for PWD, Highways and Science & Technology, Phurpa Tsering, inaugurated several development projects and laid foundation stones for new infrastructure during a development tour and public interaction meetings at Mandala Phudung and Khellong Bamrock villages in West Kameng district on Friday.
The projects inaugurated included the Dungyom Road, playground at Dungmanba, Margon Road, Circle Office at Mandala Phudung, Welcome Gate at Khellong Bamrock Gompa, Integrated Community Kitchen and Circuit House at Khellong.
Tsering also laid foundation stones for the proposed Shamazing Bridge and Mini Stadium at Menchang, besides a Red Panda Eco-Tourism Village at Khellong Bamrock.
During the public interactions, the MLA thanked residents of both villages for their continued support and trust, and highlighted improvements in drinking water facilities in the area during his tenure. He reiterated his commitment to addressing the developmental needs of the constituency and assured the villagers of necessary support and cooperation for the overall development of the region.
Emphasising the importance of direct public interaction and assessment of local issues, Tsering said he had requested the heads of concerned departments to accompany him during the tour so that they could assess ground realities and initiate necessary action within their respective departments.
The visit also provided an opportunity for residents to raise local concerns and interact directly with the elected representative and officials.
The MLA was accompanied by the ADC Dirang, Choiki Dondup; MMT president Phurpa Wangyl; ZPMs Lobsang Trapke and Ngawang Tsering; district BJP president Ngawang Lobsang; administrative officers, heads of departments, PRI members, retired officers, senior leaders and other dignitaries. (DIPRO)