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Crime
Arunachal Protest Turns Violent as Office Vandalised, Vehicles Torched
✍️ NDTV
🗓 25 Oct 2026, 04:48 AM
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An anti‑dam protest in Arunachal Pradesh escalated when demonstrators vandalised a government office and set several vehicles ablaze, according to NDTV.
Police in Arunachal Pradesh reported that a protest against a proposed dam turned violent on Saturday. Demonstrators entered a local office, broke windows and damaged furniture before moving to the parking area where they set several vehicles on fire.
The incident, covered by NDTV, has prompted authorities to launch an investigation into the arson and vandalism. Law enforcement officials said they are collecting statements from witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage to identify those responsible.
Local administration has not yet commented on the protest's demands, but the escalation underscores growing tensions over the dam project in the region. Security forces have been deployed to prevent further unrest and to safeguard public property.
The incident adds to a series of recent protests across the state, where environmental concerns and displacement fears have fueled public opposition to large‑scale infrastructure projects.
Authorities are expected to file charges against the individuals involved once the inquiry is completed, and to review security protocols for future demonstrations.
The incident, covered by NDTV, has prompted authorities to launch an investigation into the arson and vandalism. Law enforcement officials said they are collecting statements from witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage to identify those responsible.
Local administration has not yet commented on the protest's demands, but the escalation underscores growing tensions over the dam project in the region. Security forces have been deployed to prevent further unrest and to safeguard public property.
The incident adds to a series of recent protests across the state, where environmental concerns and displacement fears have fueled public opposition to large‑scale infrastructure projects.
Authorities are expected to file charges against the individuals involved once the inquiry is completed, and to review security protocols for future demonstrations.