Stir in Arunachal Against Siang Dam Turns Violent

Protesters clash with police over India’s proposed dam near China border

Around 40 police personnel were injured by stones thrown by protesters, who also vandalised the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation's offices.

Centre dispatches two Rapid Action Force (RAF) companies of the CRPF to Arunachal Pradesh

Centre dispatches two RAF CRPF companies to Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh, amid protests against the Siang Upper project, ensuring violence does not escalate.

India dam protests over China border tensions

Protesters clash with police over India’s proposed dam project amid tensions with China in Arunachal Pradesh. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Siang Dam: What is behind protest in Arunachal Pradesh against the 11,200 MW hydroelectric project? All you need to know

Clashes over the proposed Siang hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh injured at least 40 security personnel, police said. Chief Minister Pema Khandu invited youth groups for talks as communities oppose survey work over displacement and environmental concerns.

Stir in Arunachal against Siang dam turns violent

Protests erupted in Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh, against the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project on Friday night. After a 12-hour bandh ended peacefully, violent clashes began, injuring over 40 police personnel. The mob vandalized properties, set fire to government buildings, and damaged several police vehicles during the incident. Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu expressed concern and offered to hold talks with protesting grou…

Arunachal CM Pema Khandu Condemns Vandalism in Pasighat After SUMP Bandh, Invites Stakeholders for Dialogue

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday expressed concern over incidents of vandalism, looting and damage to property in Pasighat following the 12-hour bandh called in Siang, Upper Siang and East Siang districts on October 23 by organisations opposing the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP). India News | Arunachal CM Pema Khandu Condemns Vandalism in Pasighat After SUMP B…