James Lowangcha Wanglat

James Lowangcha Wanglat is an Indian politician. He has served as Home, Finance and Civil Supplies Minister of State in Government of Arunachal Pradesh.

Early life Lowangcha James Wanglat devoted his life to the people of Arunachal Pradesh, specially TCL Nagas; belonging to the Namsangia & Bordurgya (royal lineage since 1717, as per the Assam Burundi). Students activist since 1969; co-lead first APPSU election from NEFA students Union. He and Somchoom Ngemu were elected General Secretary and President respectively by J.N Collage and Pasighat Secondary Students Union. The election was ratified from all the district students Union (5 distraction the 70s & 80s). Arrested under MISA in 1974for leading a major protest; held 22 days in solitary Confinement (all charges were dropped). Founding General Secretary of People Party of Arunachal Pradesh in 1977, the first state regional political party. Elected as MLA in 1980 and served as Minister in many key portfolios. Through decades of leadership, sacrifice, and advocacy, Wanglat exemplified profound dedication to uplifting his constituents, safeguarding tribal rights, and advancing Arunachal Pradesh's development and autonomy.