Congress hits out at Rijiju over silence on Siang dam project
In short
Congress criticised Union minister Kiren Rijiju over the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project. It said the dam project has raised fears about displacement and environmental damage among the Adi community.
It also questioned BJP MP Tapir Gao's support for the dam.
What the reporting says
Congress criticised Union minister Kiren Rijiju for staying silent on issues around the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project. The party said the project has raised anxiety among the indigenous Adi community over displacement and environmental concerns. Congress also questioned BJP MP Tapir Gao's support and demanded clarification plus public consultation before the project moves ahead.
Why it matters
Congress criticised Kiren Rijiju over his silence on the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project and pressed for a clear position. The party linked the project to displacement fears and environmental concerns among the indigenous Adi community, and also questioned BJP MP Tapir Gao's support. The issue is now tied to demands for public consultation before any further move on the dam.