Itanagar, February 15, 2026:
In a significant development within the All Nyishi Students’ Union (ANSU), representatives from six Nyishi belt district students’ unions have jointly announced Shri Ashok Doka as the President for the 2024–27 term. The declaration followed a joint consultative meeting where delegates assessed the prevailing leadership situation and discussed the organisational future of ANSU.
The meeting saw participation from the All Papum Pare District Students’ Union (APPDSU), All Kurung Kumey District Students’ Union (AKKDSU), All Kra Daadi District Students’ Union (AKDDSU), All Keyi Panyor District Students’ Union (AKPDSU), All Kamle District Students’ Union (AKDSU), and All Pakke Kessang District Students’ Union (APKDSU). According to representatives, the decision was taken after deliberations on issues related to representation, administrative continuity, and the need to maintain functional stability within the student body.
The announcement comes against the backdrop of an unresolved leadership controversy stemming from the 2024 ANSU election. Lezen Gyadi had earlier emerged victorious in that contest, reportedly defeating Ashok Doka by 91 votes. However, the election process drew criticism due to incidents of violence and disagreements over procedures, which contributed to divisions among different sections of the organisation.
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Ashok Doka with six Nyishi belt district unions during the meeting. (Photo: Keyi Panyor News) |
Previously, the Nyishi Elite Society (NES) had intervened by forming a Former ANSU Leaders Forum to monitor the electoral process and encourage transparency. The forum’s role was intended to strengthen democratic practices and help maintain institutional credibility during a period of internal dispute.
With the latest declaration by the six district unions, discussions surrounding ANSU’s leadership structure are expected to continue, as stakeholders weigh the implications of the move and consider possible pathways toward organisational consensus.
