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Riot‑Control Units Airlifted to Arunachal Pradesh Amid Anti‑Dam Protests
✍️ NDTV
🗓 27 Oct 2026, 03:37 AM
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Following anti‑dam demonstrations in Arunachal Pradesh, riot‑control forces were airlifted to the state to bolster security.
The state government of Arunachal Pradesh has deployed riot‑control units after a series of anti‑dam protests erupted in the region. The forces were moved by air, indicating the urgency of restoring order and preventing further unrest. Officials said the deployment aims to ensure public safety and protect critical infrastructure linked to the dam project. No injuries or arrests have been reported so far, and the authorities are monitoring the situation closely. The move was reported by NDTV, which confirmed the airlift operation.
The protests, which began earlier this week, centered on concerns over environmental impact and displacement of local communities. While the demonstrations have remained largely peaceful, the government opted for a precautionary security presence. Local law‑enforcement agencies are coordinating with the newly arrived units to manage crowd movements and maintain law and order.
The state’s administration has not disclosed the exact number of personnel airlifted, but the decision underscores the sensitivity of infrastructure projects in the ecologically fragile northeastern region. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
The protests, which began earlier this week, centered on concerns over environmental impact and displacement of local communities. While the demonstrations have remained largely peaceful, the government opted for a precautionary security presence. Local law‑enforcement agencies are coordinating with the newly arrived units to manage crowd movements and maintain law and order.
The state’s administration has not disclosed the exact number of personnel airlifted, but the decision underscores the sensitivity of infrastructure projects in the ecologically fragile northeastern region. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.