Deputy Commissioner, Peren, Hiazu Meru, chaired a coordination meeting at the Conference Hall of DC’s Office, Peren on July 27 to discuss preparations for the ensuing Independence Day Celebration 2026.
Addressing the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner stated that Independence Day is one of the most significant national occasions and urged all government departments and officials to accord it the highest priority. He emphasised the importance of coordinated efforts among all departments and institutions to ensure the successful conduct of the celebration. He further called upon all concerned to extend full cooperation and carry out their assigned responsibilities with sincerity and commitment.
The meeting deliberated on various arrangements, including the overall programme, parade, cultural presentations, security, medical assistance, public address system, sanitation and other logistical requirements. Work distribution among the concerned departments and institutions was also discussed, and responsibilities were assigned to ensure the smooth and successful conduct of the Independence Day celebration.
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The meeting also resolved to organise a district-wide mass social work programme on August 7, 2026, in preparation for the Independence Day celebration. The Executive Engineer, PWD (R&B), was entrusted as the Overall In-charge, while the EAC (Sadar) was assigned as the Liaison Officer for the programme.
The Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for close coordination among all stakeholders to ensure that the celebration is conducted in a befitting and disciplined manner. He directed all government departments to participate actively, stating that attendance and participation in the National Day celebration are compulsory.
He also requested all departments to set up exhibition stalls during the celebration, extending the initiative to all departments instead of limiting it to the Agriculture & Allied Departments and the Forest Department, as had been the practice in previous years.
