{
  "id": 7986637,
  "title": "Arunachal CM denies using might for proposed mega dam on Siang River",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/arunachal-cm-denies-using-might-for-proposed-mega-dam-on-siang-river",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-17T08:32:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/arunachal-pradesh/arunachal-cm-denies-using-might-for-proposed-mega-dam-on-siang-river/article71475875.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has denied allegations that the government is using force to push a proposed mega dam project on the Siang River. Khandu stated that the government is open to discussions with villagers and organizations opposed to the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), which could generate between 11,000 and 12,500 megawatts of power. The project, which has been under discussion for two years, has received support from several villages but faces opposition from others due to concerns over displacement, environmental impact, and seismic risks. The project is being pursued as a countermeasure against China's Medog Hydropower Station. Meanwhile, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against anti-dam activist Bhanu Tatak for allegedly receiving foreign funds in violation of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}