Arunachal Pradesh Governor urges better education, health and skill training for tribal communities

Itanagar – The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh highlighted the pressing need to improve educational facilities, health services and vocational training for the state’s tribal communities. In a recent address, he underscored that a large share of the state’s population belongs to tribal groups, many of whom still lack adequate schools, primary health centres and skill‑building programmes.

He urged both the state and central governments to allocate additional resources and to fast‑track existing schemes that aim to raise literacy rates, reduce health disparities and create employable skills among tribal youths. The governor also called for greater community participation in planning and monitoring such initiatives to ensure they address local realities.

The appeal comes amid ongoing efforts to bridge development gaps in the remote hills of Arunachal Pradesh, where terrain and limited infrastructure have historically hampered service delivery. Officials have indicated that the governor’s remarks will be taken up in upcoming policy reviews.

Stakeholders, including tribal leaders and civil‑society groups, welcomed the call, noting that sustained investment in education, health and skill development is essential for inclusive growth and for reducing migration to urban centres.

The governor’s statement adds momentum to the broader discourse on tribal welfare in the Northeast, reinforcing the need for coordinated action across ministries and agencies.