The Siang dam and a threatened homeland
The Adi community has been protesting against the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh, saying it threatens their land, livelihoods, and civilisation. The agitation has turned violent in response to increasing use of force by the State authorities. The community alleges that the State government has used deceit, force, and threats to get consent for the feasibility study. Abhinay…
The Siang dam project, a proposed multipurpose hydroelectric initiative, threatens the existence of the Parong village in Arunachal Pradesh's Siang district. Located just a few kilometers from the village's entrance, the Siang river serves as the project's focal point. The State police have erected barricades and installed concertina wires to prevent unauthorized access to the river's waters.
The Central security forces stationed at the check post are tasked with maintaining order and deterring unauthorized individuals from approaching the site. This area is one of three locations identified by the State government for the Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) of the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), a proposal developed by the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC).
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