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Arunachal Minister Reviews Siang Multipurpose Project Work, Urges Public Engagement
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News18•26-09-2026, 17:45
Arunachal Minister Reviews Siang Multipurpose Project Work, Urges Public Engagement
- •Arunachal Pradesh Minister Ojing Tasing reviewed the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) work, emphasizing proactive coordination and continuous public engagement.
- •Tasing, as Chairman of the Empowered High Level Committee on SUMP, stressed transparent communication to build public confidence and address local concerns.
- •He clarified that the ongoing Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) exercise is solely for determining project viability and not a final decision on implementation.
- •Officials were instructed to document public feedback and submit weekly progress reports on field developments and community interactions.
- •Upper Siang Deputy Commissioner Ashok Tajo and SP Dekio Gumja briefed the minister on current activities and security arrangements.
Key Questions Answered
The technical assessments and surveys under the Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) exercise are meant solely to determine the viability of the proposed project and do not constitute a final decision on its implementation.
Arunachal Pradesh Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Ojing Tasing chaired the meeting as Chairman of the Empowered High Level Committee on SUMP at Yingkiong.
Officials were instructed to systematically document public feedback and submit weekly progress reports covering field developments, community interactions, and operational issues.