Staff Reporter 

ITANAGAR, Nov 7: In a significant development amid the ongoing agitation against the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), the State Government has released four individuals detained in connection with anti-dam related issues on Saturday and approved the reinstatement of Gaon Burahs and Gaon Burhis, according to an official communication issued by the Chief Minister’s Office.
The letter, bearing Memo No. CM (ARUN)-15/2026-27, was addressed to the President of the Siang Indigenous Farmers Forum (SIFF), through the Deputy Commissioner of Upper Siang district, in response to a letter submitted by SIFF on November 6.
According to the communication from the Chief Minister's Office, the government has agreed and released Adum Tayom, Omak Paron, Okut Paloh and Oson Paron, who were detained under the Arunachal Pradesh Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 2014, describing their release as a goodwill gesture and a confidence-building measure to create a positive atmosphere for dialogue and reconciliation.
On the demand for the immediate withdrawal of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and Rapid Action Force (RAF) from the Siang Valley, the government stated that the deployment and withdrawal of security forces are matters concerning law and order and public safety. It said the issue would be reviewed transparently during the proposed meeting with the SIFF delegation.
Regarding the withdrawal of FIRs registered against individuals in connection with the SUMP issue, the government maintained that the matter must follow due legal process. However, it assured that the demand would be discussed sincerely during the proposed dialogue.
In another significant assurance, the government conveyed its approval for the reinstatement of Gaon Burahs and Gaon Burhis in connection with the SUMP-related issues.
The communication further stated that the State Government is committed to resolving all issues concerning the Adi community through a mutually agreeable roadmap and urged the community leadership to engage in constructive dialogue.
The Chief Minister has also reiterated his invitation for dialogue with SIFF. The organisation has been requested to communicate a convenient date and submit its list of delegates for the proposed meeting.

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Kenter Joya Riba

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