Draft:Tseten Chombay

Tseten Chombay (born 15 April 1983) is an Indian politician, media entrepreneur, social leader, and Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) representing the 5-Kalaktang ST Assembly Constituency in Arunachal Pradesh. He is the Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of Northeast Today (NET), an English monthly news magazine, and has held several leadership positions in student organizations, non-governmental organizations, cultural bodies, and political organizations.

He has been actively involved in youth leadership, media, tourism promotion, Buddhist affairs, and public service for more than two decades.

Early Life and Education

Tseten Chombay was born on 15 April 1983 in Arunachal Pradesh, India, to Mr. Goleng and Mrs. Tsering Drema. He belongs to the Monpa Scheduled Tribe community and follows Buddhism.

He completed his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics and later obtained a Post Graduate qualification in Mass Communications from the University of Mumbai.

Career

Tseten Chombay began his public life through student leadership while studying in Mumbai. Over the years, he expanded his work into media, social service, tourism promotion, cultural development, and politics.

He has served numerous organizations in leadership roles and has contributed to the promotion of Arunachal Pradesh's culture, tourism, youth empowerment, and Buddhist heritage.

In 2024, he was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the 5-Kalaktang ST Assembly Constituency.

Professional Positions

• General Secretary, All Arunachal Students Union, Mumbai (2002–2003)
• President, All Arunachal Students Union, Mumbai (2004–2005)
• General Secretary, Yuva Arunachal (2005–2009)
• President, Yuva Arunachal (2009–2023)
• District Coordinator, Bharat Swabhiman Trust, Tawang (2010–2011)
• President, Film Federation of Monyul (FFM) (2010–2021)
• Festival Director, Tawang Festival (2012–2022)
• Executive Member, International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) (2015–2020)
• National Executive Member, BJP Scheduled Tribe Morcha (since 2017)
• Vice President, BJP State Kisan Morcha (2018–2020)
• Arunachal State Youth President, Bharat Tibet Sahyog Manch (2019–2024)
• State President, Bharat Tibet Sahyog Manch (2024–Present)
• Chairman & Managing Director (CMD), Northeast Today (NET) – Monthly English News Magazine
• Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), 5-Kalaktang ST Assembly Constituency (since 2024)

Northeast Today

Tseten Chombay is the Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of Northeast Today (NET), an English monthly news magazine focusing on governance, business, tourism, development, culture, and public affairs across Northeast India.

Under his leadership, the publication has expanded its coverage and contributed to promoting the socio-economic development and positive image of the northeastern states.

Social and Cultural Contributions

Throughout his career, Tseten Chombay has actively promoted youth development, tourism, cultural preservation, and Buddhist heritage.

As Festival Director of the Tawang Festival for over a decade, he played an important role in promoting Arunachal Pradesh as a tourism destination while showcasing its indigenous traditions, culture, and heritage.

He has also contributed to the activities of the International Buddhist Confederation and Bharat Tibet Sahyog Manch in promoting Buddhist values and cultural exchange.

Political Career

Tseten Chombay has been associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) through various organizational responsibilities.

He has served as:

• National Executive Member, BJP Scheduled Tribe Morcha
• Vice President, BJP State Kisan Morcha
• State President, Bharat Tibet Sahyog Manch

In 2024, he was elected to the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly from the 5-Kalaktang ST Assembly Constituency.

Awards and Recognition

• Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Commendation Card Award (2020–2021)
• Media Entrepreneur of the Year – Network18 Utkrist: The Assam Excellence Award (2021)

Contact

Postal Address

Kamalangchen Village Kalaktang West Kameng District PIN – 790002 Arunachal Pradesh, India

Mobile

+91 98628 22777

References

• Government records of Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly
• Northeast Today (NET)
• Network18 Utkrist – The Assam Excellence Awards
• International Buddhist Confederation
• Bharat Tibet Sahyog Manch

External Links

• Northeast Today (NET)
• Official public profiles of Tseten Chombay