Mayor of Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC) Tame Phassang laid the foundation stone for a boy’s hostel of Don Bosco College at Jullang on Thursday. The event was organised by adhering to strict COVID-19 protocols.

Speaking on the occasion as the chief guest, Phassang assured all possible help from the IMC to fulfil the grievances of the college as and when required.

“The state government under the leadership of Chief Minister Pema Khandu is committed to serving the people of the state. We are focusing on improving road connectivity, water facilities, sanitation, drainage system and developing proper infrastructure. We have several projects planned for the various wards and entire ICR which will be carried out in the coming days,” he said.

Appreciating the college authority for the initiative of building another hostel, the mayor underlined the drug menace in society. “Drug addiction is a serious problem. It is easy to get addicted but it is very difficult to get rid of this addiction. I urged the young students and youths to say no to drugs and study with dedication and hard work,” Phassang said.

Among others, chairperson CPM-Jollang Tana Taha Tara, Director of DBC, Itanagar, Father Jose Chemparathy and other members of the college and IMC attended the event.