TAWANG, Jul 11: Tawang MLA Namgey Tsering on Thursday flagged off a school bus from Khirmu near here.
The bus service will ferry students from Khirmu and adjoining areas to Tawang government higher secondary school.
Addressing the students, the MLA advised them to be honest, sincere and hardworking.
He asked them to stay away from drugs and other intoxicants.
The MLA assured the students of all help and assistance in pursuing higher studies and for preparing for competitive examinations.
School’s vice principal Yeshi Chotten praised the MLA for providing the bus service.
This will benefit students coming from far-off villages, Chotten said, adding that it will ensure their regular attendance in the classes.
Earlier, the NCC cadets of the school welcomed the MLA with a guard of honour.
The event was also attended by Tawang SP DW Thongon, DDSE, APST assistant station superintendent Tsering Phuntso, teachers and students.