In a significant milestone toward resolving a decades-old boundary issue, the boundary pillar erection process formally commenced today between Arunachal Pradesh’s Pakke Kessang district and Assam’s Biswanath district for the first time.
The historic exercise is being carried out with the joint participation of officials from Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, along with representatives of the Central Government from the Survey of India.
The development follows the landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed to amicably resolve the long-pending inter-state border dispute, marking a crucial step toward its on-ground implementation.
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| Officials from Arunachal, Assam and central government survey of India |
The update was shared by Biyuram Wahge, MLA of Pakke Kessang constituency and Minister for Health and Family Welfare, who expressed gratitude to Pema Khandu and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for their sustained efforts in making the process possible.
Officials said the commencement of pillar erection reflects a shared commitment by both states to lasting peace, harmony, and enhanced cooperation, while bringing clarity and stability to communities residing along the inter-state boundary.
