Proposed Siang Dam Project Raises Concerns Over River Flow and Agriculture

The Siang river flows down from Tibet, where it is known as Yarlung Tsangpo. The river has historically guided farming practices and seasonal activities for the Adi tribe in Arunachal Pradesh. Concerns are rising over a proposed 11,200 MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project, which villagers fear could disrupt the river's flow and impact local livelihoods.

The river's flow is critical to the agricultural cycles and traditional practices of communities along its banks in Arunachal Pradesh. Changes to the river's volume and stability could affect the ecological balance of the Brahmaputra River system.