Arunachal: Fire destroys traditional home in East Kameng, community rallies to support victims

A fire incident in Tamsang Yangfo village of East Kameng district has left a family homeless and bereft of their possessions. The blaze, which occurred at 6:30 pm on June 23, consumed the traditional house of Tukik Yangfo, reducing to ashes valuable local ornaments, cattle, and other properties.

In response to this tragedy, the Yangfo Welfare Society, led by Chairman Honipa Sono Yangfo, has stepped forward to provide immediate relief. The society has donated one lakh rupees in cash, supplemented by contributions of Rs 35,000 from its women's wing and Rs. 15,000 from its youth wing.

Hayeng Mangfi, MLA of Chayangtajo and Advisor to the Minister of Water Resources, contributed 60 CGI sheets to assist in rebuilding efforts. The local ADC of East Kameng district has also extended support to the affected family.

Chairman Honipa highlighted the extent of the family's loss, which included valuable local ornaments and livestock such as mithun, pigs, and goats. He emphasised the need for preventive measures to avoid future incidents and expressed gratitude to all contributors for their timely assistance.

"Our society will work for one and all in the need of hour according to our capacity," Honipa stated, underlining the community's commitment to mutual support in times of crisis.