In a significant development, the Special Investigation Cell (SIC) under the state vigilance department of Arunachal Pradesh has apprehended Jomdo Lona, a retired Deputy Director of School Education. The arrest comes in connection with a case involving the alleged fake appointment of 28 primary teachers in the Longding district.

The shocking revelations came to light following a detailed report by the state’s education department’s ‘Fact Finding Committee,’ prompting the immediate registration of the case on July 7. The accused faces charges under sections 120 (B), 420, 409, 468, 471 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), and R/W Section 13 (2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.

According to the committee’s findings, the fake appointments of these 28 primary teachers took place during the 2020-21 period. Superintendent of Police Anant Mittal is leading the thorough investigation by the SIC into the matter.

To delve deeper into the case, the SIC team conducted extensive raids at various residential and office premises both within Arunachal Pradesh and neighboring Assam. In a crucial step, the team also interrogated the then Director of Elementary Education, Tapi Gao, in connection with the ongoing investigation.

The authorities have reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring that all individuals involved in the alleged fake appointments are brought to justice. The focus is on establishing accountability and upholding the integrity of the education system in the region.

This development is set to send shockwaves through the education sector in Arunachal Pradesh, as the case involves high-ranking officials in the education department. The public is eager to see the investigation unfold, hoping it will shed light on the extent of corruption and its impact on the education system’s functioning.

The arrest of the retired Deputy Director of School Education serves as a stark reminder that no one is above the law, and those found guilty of compromising the future of innocent students will be held accountable.

As the investigation progresses, the authorities are expected to provide further updates on their findings, ensuring transparency throughout the process. The citizens of Arunachal Pradesh are eagerly watching, hoping for a fair and just resolution that restores faith in the education system and its administrators.