The Economic Times

Siang dam protest turns violent as mob torches NHPC office and police station in Arunachal

Protests erupted in Arunachal Pradesh against the proposed 11,200-MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project amid local opposition. Following a 12-hour bandh, protesters clashed with police and vandalized several properties, including political leaders' residences. Several police personnel sustained injuries from stone-pelting incidents during the unrest. The Arunachal Pradesh government has called for caution against misinformation regarding the project. Authorities stress the need to consider local interests and concerns during the project's evaluation.