Anjaw is a mountainous district in eastern Arunachal Pradesh, India, bordering China and Myanmar. Its headquarters is at Hawai. Shaped by the Lohit River and steep Himalayan valleys, it is known for remote landscapes, rich biodiversity and strategically important border settlements. Dong is widely associated with some of India’s earliest sunrises.
Mishmi and Meyor communities contribute to the district’s languages, festivals, weaving and agricultural traditions. Farming, horticulture, government services and small-scale trade support local livelihoods, while tourism offers opportunities around Walong, Kibithoo and Dong. Walong is especially remembered for the fighting there during the 1962 India-China war and its military memorials.
Common civic concerns include reliable roads, landslide disruption, mobile connectivity and access to healthcare and education across scattered villages. Residents also have a stake in livelihood opportunities, disaster preparedness and environmental protection. Border infrastructure and tourism development bring attention to balancing connectivity and economic benefits with local needs and fragile mountain ecosystems.