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Arunachal CM Stresses Public Consent for Siang Multipurpose Project Decision
✍️ The Hawk
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 07:32 AM
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The Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh emphasized that any decision regarding the Siang multipurpose project must be taken after dialogue and public consent.
The Siang multipurpose project, a proposed hydroelectric and irrigation scheme on the Siang River, has been a subject of debate among local communities and environmental groups. In a recent statement, the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh underscored that no decision can be made without thorough dialogue with stakeholders and obtaining public consent.
"We cannot move forward with the project without the agreement of the people who live along the river," the CM said, highlighting the importance of inclusive decision‑making. The statement came after several community meetings where residents expressed concerns about potential ecological impacts and displacement.
The government has indicated that it will hold further consultations and conduct a detailed public hearing before any formal approvals are granted. The CM also mentioned that the project’s feasibility studies will be revisited to incorporate community feedback.
Experts say that the insistence on public consent aligns with national guidelines on environmental clearances and the rights of indigenous peoples. The next phase will involve a comprehensive review of the project’s environmental and social impact assessments.
"We cannot move forward with the project without the agreement of the people who live along the river," the CM said, highlighting the importance of inclusive decision‑making. The statement came after several community meetings where residents expressed concerns about potential ecological impacts and displacement.
The government has indicated that it will hold further consultations and conduct a detailed public hearing before any formal approvals are granted. The CM also mentioned that the project’s feasibility studies will be revisited to incorporate community feedback.
Experts say that the insistence on public consent aligns with national guidelines on environmental clearances and the rights of indigenous peoples. The next phase will involve a comprehensive review of the project’s environmental and social impact assessments.