HT Correspondent
ITANAGAR, Oct 13: Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Monday lauded the humanitarian service rendered by Deepak Nabam Living Home (A Home for No Home), describing it as a “sanctuary of care and compassion” for people with mental and physical disabilities, the elderly, and those recovering from substance dependence.
Mein was speaking at a One-Day Mental Health Care Campaign Programme organised by the institution at Senki Park, Itanagar, where he commended its long-standing contribution to social welfare.
“Deepak Nabam Living Home truly lives up to its name — a Home for No Home. It empowers every individual to live with dignity, purpose, and meaning,” Mein said, praising the dedication of its founder, staff, and volunteers for their tireless work in providing hope and healing to society’s most vulnerable sections.
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Highlighting the state government’s commitment to inclusive welfare, the Deputy Chief Minister announced a significant increase in the annual Grants-in-Aid from ₹72 lakh to ₹1.5 crore beginning the next financial year.
He also assured ₹50 lakh for developing a playground for the residents and promised government assistance to upgrade temporary structures into permanent facilities in a phased manner.
“Our government remains fully committed to supporting this Half-Way Home for Mental Disabilities, which also fulfils obligations under the PWD Act, 1995. Institutions like this reflect the true spirit of humanity in action and remind us that empathy can transform lives,” Mein said.
He further noted that the Living Home has become a beacon of inclusion and dignity.
“Just as light dispels darkness, this initiative brings hope and reaffirms the divine purpose of service,” he added.
The programme concluded with a collective message advocating compassion, inclusion, and mental wellness, reinforcing the state government’s commitment to strengthening mental health care and social welfare systems across Arunachal Pradesh. Among those present were Hawa Bagang, Chairman, Arunachal Pradesh State Biodiversity Board; Deepak Nabam, Chairman, Deepak Nabam Living Home; Taba Yall, prominent social worker; and Tarh Miri, President, Arunachal Christian Forum.
