The Adi community in Arunachal Pradesh has been protesting the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project, claiming it threatens their land, livelihoods and civilisation. The agitation has turned violent after state authorities increased their use of force. The community alleges that the state government used deceit, force and threats to obtain consent for the feasibility study, as reported by Abhinay Lakshman.
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Adi community protests Siang dam, says it threatens land and culture
The Adi people of Arunachal Pradesh are staging protests against the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project, claiming it endangers their land, livelihoods and cultural heritage. The demonstrations have escalated into violence after state forces reportedly used increasing force. The community accuses the government of employing deceit, coercion and threats to secure consent for the project's feasibility study.
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Adi community protests Siang dam, says it threatens land and culturePhoto via The Hindu — National
