Itanagar, Aug. 17 -- Former All Arunachal Pradesh Students' Union (AAPSU) president Takam Tatung passed away on Saturday at the Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences in Naharlagun after a battle with cancer. He was 43.

Born on July 12, 1982, in Jullang village, Kra Daadi district, Tatung is survived by his three wives, four sons, and three daughters. His final rites will be held on Monday at his residence in Papu Nallah, opposite the Dree ground.

Tatung was a prominent figure in student politics of Arunachal Pradesh and a celebrated athlete. He held several key positions within student organizations, including general secretary of the Government Higher Secondary School, Naharlagun (1999-2002), and assistant general secretary ...