Why India’s Mega Dam Has Sparked Fierce Protests In Arunachal? | Siang Project | China's Tibet Plan

Arunachal Pradesh’s proposed 11,200 MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) has triggered strong opposition from indigenous communities and protests that turned violent in Pasighat. The project, planned across three districts, is being pitched as a strategic counter to China’s proposed 60,000 MW mega dam at Medog in Tibet. While the state cites water security, flood management and hydropower development, local groups fear displacement, loss of fertile farmland and damage to ancestral heritage. Police reported over 40 personnel injured in the violence. The Centre has deployed around 250 Rapid Action Force personnel, while Chief Minister Pema Khandu has offered talks.