‘Seva Aapke Dwar 2.0’ Organised at India’s First Village in Arunachal Pradesh’s Anjaw District

In a noteworthy initiative aimed at enhancing last-mile governance, the Arunachal Pradesh government successfully conducted its flagship outreach programme Seva Aapke Dwar 2.0 at Kaho village in Anjaw district. Significantly, Kaho holds the unique distinction of being India’s first village located along the India-China border. This initiative marks a major milestone in the state’s ongoing efforts to ensure that essential public services are delivered directly to citizens, especially in remote and strategically sensitive areas.

The event was inaugurated by Nyato Dukam, Minister for Information & Public Relations (IPR) and Labour, with the presence of Dasanglu Pul, local MLA and Minister for Women & Child Development and Science & Technology. Their participation underlined the government’s dedication to inclusive development and its resolve to bring administrative services closer to the grassroots level.

Seva Aapke Dwar 2.0 is an evolved version of the earlier programme designed to provide doorstep access to a wide array of government schemes and welfare services. The programme aims to bridge the service delivery gap by reaching people in far-flung areas who often face geographic and infrastructural challenges in accessing government offices. Its underlying mission is to ensure that no eligible citizen is deprived of their entitlements due to logistical constraints.

The outreach camp at Kaho saw enthusiastic participation from both the local community and senior administrative and political representatives. Among the dignitaries present were Soblem Pul, Zila Parishad Chairperson (ZPC) of Anjaw, the Deputy Commissioner and Superintendent of Police of Anjaw district, BJP district president Bakhetso Tawsik, and Zilla Parishad Member (ZPM) Dasanglu Pul. Their involvement highlighted the collaborative approach of various government departments and levels of administration in ensuring the success of the programme.

The event included the dissemination of information about various schemes, on-the-spot enrollment for social welfare programmes, grievance redressal mechanisms, and provision of official documents such as ration cards, Ayushman Bharat cards, and other essential government services. This integrated delivery model serves not only to provide convenience but also fosters greater awareness and trust in the administrative system.

The successful execution of the camp at Kaho comes shortly after another landmark outreach programme held at Wessang, further demonstrating the state government’s consistent focus on decentralized and inclusive governance. These events form a crucial part of a larger state-wide campaign aimed at strengthening governance in border and hard-to-reach regions, which often remain underserved.

Importantly, the Seva Aapke Dwar 2.0 initiative complements Arunachal Pradesh’s broader vision of becoming self-reliant (Atma-Nirbhar) by enhancing the quality of life and ensuring equitable development across all regions. It promotes grassroots governance, strengthens citizen-government interaction, and empowers people with timely access to benefits.

In conclusion, the event at Kaho not only marks a progressive step in public service delivery but also symbolizes Arunachal Pradesh’s commitment to building an inclusive governance ecosystem. By reaching the country’s “first village,” the programme sends a strong message that no corner of India is too remote to be left out of development.