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Violent Clashes in Siang District Ahead of CM Khandu’s Visit; Heavy Security Arranged
✍️ Northeast Live
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 02:17 PM
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Violent clashes erupted in Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh as tensions rose ahead of Chief Minister Pema Khandu’s visit, prompting deployment of a large security contingent.
Violent clashes broke out in the Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday, as local tensions escalated in the run‑up to a scheduled visit by Chief Minister Pema Khandu. The skirmishes involved a number of residents and were reported to have caused injuries and property damage.
Local authorities said the unrest stemmed from longstanding disputes in the area, but no specific trigger was identified by the police. The situation prompted the state government to mobilise a sizeable security force, including armed police and paramilitary units, to restore order.
The security deployment was described as “heavy” by officials, with troops positioned at key transit points and checkpoints across the district. The presence of the security contingent was intended to prevent any further escalation as the CM’s convoy was expected to pass through the region.
Chief Minister Khandu’s visit, scheduled for the following day, was postponed by a few hours to allow for a thorough security assessment. The CM’s office confirmed that the visit would proceed once the situation was deemed secure.
Local authorities said the unrest stemmed from longstanding disputes in the area, but no specific trigger was identified by the police. The situation prompted the state government to mobilise a sizeable security force, including armed police and paramilitary units, to restore order.
The security deployment was described as “heavy” by officials, with troops positioned at key transit points and checkpoints across the district. The presence of the security contingent was intended to prevent any further escalation as the CM’s convoy was expected to pass through the region.
Chief Minister Khandu’s visit, scheduled for the following day, was postponed by a few hours to allow for a thorough security assessment. The CM’s office confirmed that the visit would proceed once the situation was deemed secure.