Archive · 27 May 2025
Rights Groups Back Arunachal Pradesh Anti-Dam Protests
Some groups are protesting a new dam in Arunachal Pradesh because they're worried about their homes and the environment.
The government wants to build a big dam, but people who live there, the Adi people, are against it.
They worry about being forced to move and the river they see as their mother.
Rights groups are helping the Adi people and disagree with the government's decision.
The government sent security to help study the area, which made the Adi people even more upset.
The groups want the government to talk to the Adi people and stop the dam plans.
They are also concerned about the impact on the downstream and potential for flooding.
Rights groups support protests against a proposed mega dam in Arunachal Pradesh.
Villagers are protesting the security build-up for the 11,000 MW Siang Upper Multi-purpose Hydroelectric Project (SUMP).
The Adi community fears displacement, ecological disaster, and cultural impact from the dam.
Rights groups condemn the government for booking lawyer-activist Ebo Mili.
The groups want dialogue with the Adi people and the dropping of charges against Mr. Mili.
- Who
- Rights groups like Centre for Research and Advocacy, Affected Citizens of Teesta, and Borok People’s Human Rights Organisation support the Adi villagers.
- What
- Rights groups are supporting protests against the proposed Siang Upper Multi-purpose Hydroelectric Project (SUMP) in Arunachal Pradesh.
- When
- Protests have been ongoing since May 22, 2025. The news was published May 27, 2025.
- Where
- The protests are in the Siang region of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
- Why
- Villagers and rights groups oppose the dam due to concerns about displacement, ecological damage, and impacts on indigenous communities.
Protestors' Stance
Government Stance
Dam Construction
Protestors' Stance
Rights groups and Adi villagers oppose the dam project citing potential displacement, ecological damage, and violation of indigenous rights. They demand dialogue and removal of charges against activist Ebo Mili.
Government Stance
The Arunachal Pradesh government supports the project, deploying security forces to facilitate surveys despite local opposition.
- Location
- Siang River, Arunachal Pradesh
- Project Size
- 11,000 MW
- Project Name
- SUMP
- Affected Community
- Adi Community
- Protest Start
- May 22, 2025