Department of information anf public relation
ARUNACHAL PRADESH
Beneficiary Oriented Solution - State
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The Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) is the official communication arm of the Government of Arunachal Pradesh. It disseminates government policies, programs, and achievements to the public and also conveys public feedback to the government. The department plays a crucial role in promoting transparency, public awareness, and mass communication.
Project Details
Brief Background
The DIPR was established as part of efforts to bridge the information gap in a geographically remote and culturally diverse state. Over time the department has evolved to include modern tools such as digital media social platforms and audiovisual communication in addition to traditional media. It also handles press accreditation media liaison and the publication of government journals and bulletins. The department functions under the Ministry of Information and Public Relations Government of Arunachal Pradesh and coordinates with other departments and the central government.
Objective
Information Dissemination: Inform citizens about government schemes policies and development programs.Public Engagement: Gather public opinion and relay it back to decision-makers.
Media Coordination: Act as a liaison between the government and media houses.
Promotion of Culture: Showcase the state?s rich tribal culture festivals and heritage.
Crisis Communication: Provide verified information during emergencies and counter misinformation.
Behavioral Change Communication: Promote social awareness campaigns (e.g. health sanitation education).
Benefits
Informed Citizens: Helps people understand and access welfare schemes and services.Increased Transparency: Builds trust in governance through consistent and open communication.
Cultural Promotion: Preserves and promotes indigenous traditions languages and art forms.
Effective Governance: Enables feedback loops between the government and citizens.
Misinformation Control: Counters rumors and fake news with official narratives.
Empowered Media: Facilitates accurate reporting by providing access to official information.
