Itanagar, Jan. 29 -- Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday called upon elected Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) representatives to strengthen grassroots democracy through inclusive planning, effective implementation of government schemes and close coordination with the administrative machinery.

Inaugurating the extended 4-day State level interaction-cum-orientation programme for elected PRI representatives (2026-2030), organised by the Department of Panchayati Raj, the Chief Minister congratulated the newly elected Zilla Parishad Chairpersons (ZPCs), Zilla Parishad Members (ZPMs) and Gram Panchayat Chairpersons (GPCs) for securing the public mandate in the recent Panchayat elections.

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