HT Correspondent
BISWANATH CHARIALI, April 17: Biyuram Wahge, minister of Health & Family Welfare and Water Resources Department, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, inaugurated the newly constructed Seijosa Entry Gate of Pakke Tiger Reserve (PTR) on Thursday, Satyaprakash Singh,DFO, Pakke WLS & Tiger Reserve stated.
The inaugural ceremony was held in the august presence of N Tam, IFS, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife & Biodiversity) and Chief Wildlife Warden, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, and Divisional Forest Officer, Pakke Tiger Reserve. The event was also attended by Kesang Wangda, in-charge ADC, Seijosa, Singku Maga, RFO Seijosa Wildlife Range, Panjit Basumatary, Manager, CBRC; other Range Forest Officers, Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) members, local residents, and staff of Pakke Tiger Reserve.
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Following the inauguration, the Minister and PCCF (Wildlife) flagged off nine new patrolling bikes provided to frontline staff to enhance mobility and strengthen on-ground protection and surveillance within and outside the reserve.
In a further step to support coexistence between humans and wildlife, ANIDERS (Animal Intrusion Detection and Repellent Systems) were distributed among the local community members. These devices are aimed at mitigating human-wildlife conflict, particularly in the fringe areas surrounding the reserve. Speaking on the occasion, DFO Satyaprakash Singh welcomed all dignitaries and participants and appealed to the local communities to continue their vital role in the conservation and protection of Pakke Tiger Reserve. PCCF (Wildlife), N. Tam, appreciated the ongoing efforts of the PTR team in preserving natural heritage and maintaining the Forester Memorial. He assured continued support for the developmental initiatives at Seijosa and within the reserve.
Delivering the keynote address, chief guest Biyuram Wahge commended the officers and staff of Pakke Tiger Reserve for their commitment to wildlife conservation and their collaboration with local communities, which is key to the success of conservation efforts in the region.
The program concluded with a vote of thanks presented by Kime Rambia, RFO, Tippi Wildlife Range.
