Archive · 2 Jun 2025
NHRC Issues Notice Over Dam Protests in Arunachal Pradesh
Imagine a plan to build a big wall, called a dam, in a place called Siang.
Some people who live there are worried because they think the dam might make them move and could hurt the environment.
They protested against it.
The government sent in some security to keep things calm.
A group that looks out for people's rights has noticed what's happening and wants to know more.
They've asked the local government to explain what's going on.
NHRC has taken notice of reports regarding protests against a proposed dam in Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh.
Residents oppose the dam, fearing displacement, and negative impacts on livelihoods and the environment.
A protest was led by a Human Rights activist on May 23, 2025, with around 400 participants.
The Arunachal Pradesh government deployed central armed forces in the area.
NHRC has issued a notice to the Chief Secretary and DGP of Arunachal Pradesh for a detailed report within two weeks.
- Who
- NHRC, residents of Siang district, Human Rights activist, and the Arunachal Pradesh government.
- What
- NHRC has taken suo motu cognizance of reports concerning protests against a proposed dam.
- When
- Protests occurred on May 23, 2025, with NHRC issuing a notice on June 2, 2025.
- Where
- Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh
- Why
- Residents fear displacement, and adverse impacts on their livelihood and ecology.
Residents
Government
Dam Construction
Residents
Opposes the dam construction.
Government
Proposing the dam construction.
- Location
- Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh
- NHRC Notice Date
- June 2, 2025
- Report Deadline
- Two weeks
- Protest Participants
- 400