Hornbill News

  ITANAGAR, July 2:  MLA Techi Kaso on Thursday visited Puroik Colony in the Papu Nallah area of Itanagar to inspect the site of the devastating fire that ravaged the locality shortly after midnight, leaving several families homeless and causing extensive damage to property. Accompanied by officials of the Itanagar Capital Region (ICR) District Administration and the Corporator of Ward No. 13, the MLA assessed the extent of the damage and interacted with the affected families to understand their immediate needs. Following the inspection, immediate relief assistance was provided to the affected households and tenants. Techi Kaso assured the victims that every possible support would be extended and directed the district administration to undertake a detailed assessment of the losses suffered by each affected family. The administration has been instructed to carry out a thorough verification to determine the eligibility of the affected households for compensation and other relief...

  Sunpura, April 9: A devastating fire reduced a residential house to ashes in Chailiang village under Sunpura in Lohit district in the early hours of Thursday, leaving a family homeless but miraculously unharmed. The incident occurred at around 3:00 AM, when flames suddenly engulfed the residence of Sri Yalimso Kamblu. With the fire spreading rapidly, the family had little time to react and could not save any of their belongings. The entire property was reportedly destroyed in the blaze. Despite the magnitude of the incident, there were no reports of casualties or injuries, bringing a sense of relief amid the tragedy. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined, and authorities are expected to carry out an assessment. Local MLA Mohesh Chai confirmed the incident and expressed concern over the loss suffered by the family. He assured that all possible assistance would be extended to support the victims during this difficult time. Relief materials being provided to the affected...

  Khonsa, March 27: A devastating fire, reportedly caused by an electrical short circuit, gutted two dwelling houses in Laho Village under Dadam on the night of March 26, leaving families homeless and destroying valuable belongings. According to reports, the fire broke out at the residence of Tanwang Hakhun and quickly spread to a nearby PMAY-funded house belonging to Wanghat Kamhua. Both MIB-type structures were completely reduced to ashes before the blaze could be brought under control. Important documents, household items, and traditional valuables were lost in the incident. To prevent the fire from spreading further, a third house in the vicinity was dismantled as a precautionary measure. Following the incident, Khonsa West MLA Chakat Aboh responded swiftly by dispatching a relief team led by Pentom Kamhua. Immediate assistance in the form of essential commodities was provided to the affected families. The MLA has also assured additional support, including the provision of CGI ...