Pasighat, Jan 20: The first-ever Adi-Apatani Summit, held at Gidi Notko in Pasighat, culminated in the signing of a landmark Joint Declaration aimed at fostering unity, cultural exchange, and peaceful co-existence between the Adi and Apatani communities. The summit was organized by the apex bodies of both communities, the Adi Bane Kebang (ABK) and Tanii Supun Dukun (TSD).
Chief Minister Pema Khandu, who was the chief guest at the summit, hailed the event as a significant step towards preserving the shared cultural heritage of the two tribes while strengthening communal harmony. Khandu emphasized the importance of the historic bond between the Adi and Apatani communities, which traces its roots to their common ancestry from the times of Abotani.
“This Joint Declaration represents a commitment to peace, unity, and mutual respect. It is a reflection of the deep-rooted values that have united the Adi and Apatani communities for generations,” Khandu stated.
The Joint Declaration includes resolutions to promote inter-tribe marriages, cultural exchanges, and the rejection of traditional revenge practices. The communities also pledged to work together to prevent communal disputes and encourage peaceful co-existence for the betterment of both tribes and the state.
Home Minister Mama Natung, who attended as the guest of honor, commended the Adi and Apatani communities for setting an exemplary model of unity and cooperation. He called on other communities in Arunachal Pradesh to follow this initiative in building stronger, more cohesive relationships.
Lok Sabha MP Tapir Gao and Minister of RD and Panchayati Raj Ojing Tasing also voiced their support for the declaration, stressing the importance of such community-led efforts in promoting social progress and peace.
The summit featured cultural performances, a unity dance, and the hoisting of flags by the Presidents of ABK and TSD, symbolizing the strengthened bond between the two tribes. The event concluded with a community lunch, celebrating the spirit of unity and cooperation.
This historic summit marks a crucial moment in Arunachal Pradesh’s ongoing efforts to foster greater inter-community harmony and cooperation, setting an example for other tribes in the state to follow.
