Yingkiong, Feb 1: In a major step towards strengthening local community safety and regional development, nearly 65 per cent of households (76 out of 120) of Karko village in Upper Siang District, on Sunday, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh. The MoU extends community support for the preparation of the Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) for the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), a project of national importance.
The MoU signing programme was held at the DC Bungalow, Yingkiong. The MoU was formally signed between Dumiin Nokar, on behalf of the pro-PFR residents of Karko village, and Talo Jerang, Deputy Commissioner, Upper Siang District, representing the Government of Arunachal Pradesh, in the presence of village residents and senior officials.
The programme was attended by Ninnong Ering, Advisor to the Minister (Hydro Power)-cum-MLA, 37-Pasighat West Assembly Constituency, and Alo Libang, Advisor to the Chief Minister-cum-MLA, 34-Tuting–Yingkiong Assembly Constituency, along with senior officials of the district administration and the Hydro Power Department.
Among the other dignitaries present were, Chief Engineer (Siang Basin), DHPD, Er. Karom Preme; Joint Secretary, Hydro Power Department, Hage Lailang; Superintendent of Police, Upper Siang District, Token Saring; Nodal Officer (SUMP), Er. Atek Miyu and Superintendent Engineer (DHPD), Jengging, Er. D. Kamduk.
The MoU signing marks a significant milestone in advancing the preparatory phase of the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project, underscoring a process rooted in informed consent, sustained dialogue and community participation, while ensuring due consideration of environmental and social concerns.
Speaking on the occasion, Alo Libang said, “Siang Upper Multipurpose Project holds immense long-term significance for Arunachal Pradesh and the nation. The project is envisioned to strengthen energy security, improve flood moderation and contribute to overall regional development, while ensuring that the rights, welfare and active participation of local communities remain paramount.”
Addressing the gathering, Ninnong Ering stated, “the agreement reflects the Government’s scientific, transparent and responsible approach towards development. The preparation of a detailed PFR is a critical first step to comprehensively assess technical feasibility, environmental impact and social implications, while safeguarding national security and long-term strategic interests.”
The MoU-signatory residents of Karko village expressed appreciation for the government’s consultative approach and awareness-building initiatives, and reaffirmed their cooperation during the PFR-related activities of the project.
This is another step forward in continued cooperation, transparency and mutual understanding between the Government of Arunachal Pradesh and the people of Karko village in taking forward the preparatory works of the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project.

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