Arunachal CM says Siang dam decision will depend on consent

Published 03 Nov 2026, 13:20 IST

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Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has said no decision has been made to construct the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), and that any decision on the proposal must follow public discussion and consent. “We are not talking about dam construction at this stage,” Khandu said…

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Arunachal CM says Siang dam decision will depend on consent

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The Assam Tribune Center Assam Tribune Group 03 Nov 2026, 10:39 IST

Arunachal CM assures public consent before any decision on Siang dam project

Chief Minister Pema Khandu said the proposed hydropower project remains at the pre-feasibility stage and public concerns will be addressed through dialogue.

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