Why Was Arunachal CM Honored by Hindu College OSA?

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Key Takeaways
- Pema Khandu honored with the Outstanding Public Service Award.
- The award signifies exceptional contributions by Hindu College alumni.
- Khandu dedicated the award to the people of Arunachal Pradesh.
- The recognition highlights his leadership in infrastructure and governance.
- Other notable awardees include Imtiaz Ali and Vikram Misri.
New Delhi/Itanagar, Sep 21 (NationPress) Arunachal Pradesh's Chief Minister Pema Khandu has received the esteemed ‘Outstanding Public Service Award’ from the Old Students Association (OSA) of his alma mater, Hindu College in New Delhi.
A representative from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) reported that this award, designed to honor remarkable contributions to society and governance by Hindu College alumni, was presented during the 20th OSA Hindu College Distinguished Alumni Awards, 2025 ceremony held in New Delhi on Sunday.
The award was accepted on behalf of the Chief Minister by Nalong Mize, the Chairman of the Arunachal Pradesh Forest Corporation Limited and a fellow alumnus of Hindu College.
Chief Minister Khandu expressed his sincere appreciation to the association for this honor, dedicating it to the people of Arunachal Pradesh, whose trust, collaboration, and collective spirit have been pivotal in his public service journey.
In his statement, Khandu remarked, “It is genuinely humbling to be recognized by my alma mater for our efforts in Arunachal Pradesh. This award is not solely mine; it belongs to the citizens of my state, who motivate me daily to strive for a brighter future. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Old Students Association of Hindu College for this acknowledgment, and to my fellow Hinduites whose fellowship continues to enrich my life and service.”
An official announcement from the CMO stated that the Old Students Association of Hindu College is one of India's most esteemed alumni networks, celebrating the achievements of its members who have made substantial contributions across various sectors.
“This year’s recognition of Khandu emphasizes his transformative leadership in Arunachal Pradesh, characterized by significant advancements in infrastructure development, education, healthcare, good governance, women’s empowerment, and environmental sustainability. Under his guidance, Arunachal Pradesh has become a model of balanced progress—merging tradition with contemporary aspirations—while remaining committed to the vision of Viksit Arunachal, Viksit Bharat,” the announcement added.
The members of the Hindu College OSA commended the Chief Minister’s achievements and reiterated their pride in his leadership as a prime example of Hindu College’s enduring legacy of fostering leaders who serve the nation with integrity and commitment.
Other notable award recipients include Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Supreme Court Judge Manmohan Malhotra, and Rajiv Nayyar (Lifetime Achievement).