In a commendable display of social responsibility, the 2016 Batch of APCS Administrative Officers, under the banner of “Project 37,” has successfully completed the refurbishment of key facilities at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Avasilya Vidyalaya (NSCBVV) in Thembang, located in the Dirang sub-division of West Kameng District. The comprehensive renovation included upgrades to the dining hall, the creation of a mini library, the provision of games and sports items, the distribution of notebooks and other stationery to students, and essential repairs and maintenance in the boys’ hostel bathroom, the hand-washing point, and the utensil-washing area, significantly enhancing the school’s infrastructure.
The newly revamped facilities were inaugurated by Phurpa Tsering, Advisor to the HM, PWD (New Zone, Western Zone, Central Zone-A) Highway, Science & Technology, Government of Arunachal Pradesh (GOAP).
Tsering praised the initiative led by Moyir Kato, Circle Officer of Thembang, and commended the entire Project 37 team for their dedication to the cause. He expressed his willingness to support and cooperate with the team in their future endeavors.
In his address to the gathering, Tsering assured the villagers that all necessary resources, from staffing to infrastructure, would be provided to ensure the smooth functioning of the school, benefiting not only the students of Thembang but also those from neighboring villages. He further instructed the engineering department to take immediate action on enhancing the school’s aesthetic appeal, constructing a boundary wall, and establishing a 24/7 water supply—all to be funded from his Untied Fund.
Moyir Kato, CO of Thembang, elaborated on the origins of Project 37, highlighting the collective efforts of the 2016 Batch Officers in driving development projects, particularly in rural areas, through a model of crowdfunding. She proudly noted that this renovation marks the 11th successful project under their initiative. Kato also extended her heartfelt thanks to all stakeholders whose support was instrumental in the project’s successful completion.
The event was marked by expressions of deep gratitude from the ZPMs, PRI leaders, and villagers, all of whom acknowledged and appreciated the significant improvements made to NSCBVV by CO Thembang and the Project 37 team.
The ceremony was well-attended, with prominent figures such as the ADC Dirang, ZPMs, PRI leaders, HODs, senior leaders, and other distinguished guests gracing the occasion. The event concluded with Shri Tsering distributing stationery to the students.
