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Politics
Upper Subansiri Faces Unrest as Anti-Dam Protest Halts Operations
✍️ Northeast Live
🗓 26 Oct 2026, 03:37 PM
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Protestors in Arunachal Pradesh’s Upper Subansiri district have halted dam-related activities, creating a volatile situation in the region.
Upper Subansiri district in Arunachal Pradesh is currently experiencing heightened tension as anti-dam protestors have halted all dam-related operations in the area.
The shutdown, aimed at opposing the construction of a new dam, has disrupted local infrastructure projects and raised concerns among authorities about safety and security.
Police and local officials have increased patrols and are monitoring the situation closely to prevent any escalation.
Residents report that the protest has led to road closures and limited access to essential services, prompting calls for a peaceful resolution.
The state government has urged calm and is exploring dialogue with the protestors to address their grievances while ensuring the continuity of critical development work.
The shutdown, aimed at opposing the construction of a new dam, has disrupted local infrastructure projects and raised concerns among authorities about safety and security.
Police and local officials have increased patrols and are monitoring the situation closely to prevent any escalation.
Residents report that the protest has led to road closures and limited access to essential services, prompting calls for a peaceful resolution.
The state government has urged calm and is exploring dialogue with the protestors to address their grievances while ensuring the continuity of critical development work.