Anti-Dam Protests Turn Violent In Arunachal Pradesh's Upper Siang
· India · NDTV, Reuters, The Hindu
Violence erupted in Geku, Arunachal Pradesh, following protests against a dam project in the Upper Siang region. Demonstrators vandalized an office and set vehicles on fire on Friday. The unrest began after allegations that security personnel fired tear gas shells at bandh supporters. The incident resulted in injuries to four women, according to reports.
Why it matters
The escalation of violence in Arunachal Pradesh highlights deep-seated local opposition to infrastructure projects and poses a significant law and order challenge for the state.
Read the original report — NDTV
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