2,700 mw Lower Siang Hydro Electric project runs into rough weather

ITANAGAR: The 2,700 mw Lower Siang hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh has run into rough weather with the apex assembly of the Adi community, Bogum Bokang Kebang, opposing it apprehending adverse impact on the socio-economic life of the people.

The 3-day Bogum Bokang Kebang which was held from September 26 last at Riew Village in East Siang district resolved for cancellation of the proposed public hearing for the project fixed on October 18, 19 and 21 next.

"Not an inch of land will be allowed to be submerged because of the project," the resolution, a copy of which was made available to the Press said.

The assembly also resolved to resort to mass protest if there were any plans to take away land from the people and forest land.

It was further decided that no meeting demanding compensation for lands on both banks of Siang River shall be entertained in any village of Adi belt henceforth.

The Next Bogum Bokang Kebang will be organised at Pessing village in West Siang district, the resolution added.