Mebo MLA Oken Tayeng has underscored the necessity for enhanced sports facilities for youth and the preservation of forests and wildlife to uphold ecological harmony. Tayeng, the 39th Mebo MLA, attended the T-20 Tennis Cricket tournament’s final match at Borguli village playground, joined by former DFO of D. Ering Wildlife Sanctuary, Tasang Taga, and entrepreneur Bapir Perme.
Organized under the theme ‘Save Wildlife for a Better Tomorrow,’ the event saw 18 teams from Mebo Sub-Division competing. Borguli Cricket Club clinched victory, defeating Mebo Bogong Brothers by 5 runs. Mitin Tayeng of Borguli CC secured the man of the match title and was the tournament’s highest wicket-taker, while Biswajit Tayeng was named man of the series.
During the event, a request for the development of the Borguli village playground was submitted, with MLA Tayeng assuring its renovation alongside potential updates to the community hall. He emphasized the role of sports in steering youth away from drug addiction, mentioning plans to jointly enhance sports efforts with MLAs from the undivided Siang districts.
The significance of the D. Ering Wildlife Sanctuary was highlighted by Tayeng, who pointed out its potential as a wildlife tourism hub, promising economic opportunities for local unemployed youth. Retired DFO Tasang Taga recounted his initiatives in reestablishing the sanctuary and encouraged support for relocating species lost to poaching.
The closing ceremony saw attendance from village elders, government officials, and the Eco-Development Committee. The event demonstrated a community-focused approach to wildlife preservation and youth engagement through sports, reinforcing the connection between ecological conservation and societal growth.
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