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Itanagar, Oct 28 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday said transparency is not just a process but a culture being nurtured and strengthened in the state to ensure good governance and public trust.
The Chief Minister felicitated the successful candidates of the Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination (CHSLE) 2025 and presented appointment letters during a function held in Itanagar.
He said that the event proved to be another milestone in the continuous efforts of the State Government to promote merit, fairness and transparency in public recruitment.
Khandu commended the Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) for conducting the CHSLE 2025 in record time – completing the entire recruitment process from advertisement to final recommendation within three months, setting a new benchmark for administrative efficiency and integrity.
More than 21,000 candidates appeared across 12 centers and 113 venues, reflecting the growing confidence of Arunachal youth in the transparent system established under the APSSB framework.
Out of them, 64 candidates were selected purely on the basis of merit. Notably, seven APST candidates secured positions under the unreserved category, exemplifying the growing talent and competitiveness of the state.
The Chief Minister highlighted that the establishment of the APSSB was one of the most important governance reforms undertaken by his government.
“The Board was created not by chance, but through an Act passed by the State Assembly, with a moral commitment to eliminate corruption and favoritism in recruitment,” he said.
He reaffirmed the motto of the Board, “Equal opportunity for all”, emphasizing that it represents the Government’s vision of a fair, transparent and merit-driven recruitment system.
Praising APSSB for introducing the answer key challenge system, he said that this initiative reflects the culture of transparency and accountability of the government.
Addressing the newly appointed candidates, Khandu called upon them to maintain the highest standards of integrity and dedication.
“This appointment letter is not just a piece of paper – it is a public trust, a symbol of the confidence the people of Arunachal Pradesh have reposed in you,” he said.
Expressing surprise at the qualifications of many candidates, ranging from engineering graduates to masters in mathematics, Khandu encouraged them to appear for the Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service and Union Public Service Commission examinations in future.
He said, “Next time, when I hand over appointment letters to newly recruited civil service officers, I hope to see many of you taking it from me.”
The Chief Minister reiterated his government’s commitment to empower the youth through regular, transparent recruitment drives by APSSB and Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC).
He also underlined the ongoing investments in skill development, entrepreneurship and sports to create multiple avenues for youth employment and development.
The Chief Minister said, “Through institutions like APSSB, we are shaping a future where merit is celebrated, hard work is rewarded and honesty is respected. In the next 10-15 years, the Government of Arunachal will have a skilled, competent and meritorious workforce.”
Cabinet ministers Balo Raja, Kentojini, Dasanglu Pul and BR Wahge also attended the programme.
–IANS
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