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Arunachal Dam Protest Turns Violent; Ex-Minister Ninong Ering Urges Dialogue
✍️ NDTV
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 04:41 AM
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Violence erupted during a protest against a dam project in Arunachal Pradesh, resulting in property damage. Former minister Ninong Ering has called for peaceful dialogue while condemning the vandalism.
Tensions escalated in Arunachal Pradesh as a protest against a dam project turned violent, leading to the vandalism of a house. The incident has drawn attention to the growing friction surrounding infrastructure developments in the region.
Ninong Ering, a former minister, responded to the incident by emphasizing the importance of maintaining law and order. While acknowledging the fundamental right of citizens to express their dissent, he strongly cautioned against the use of violence and the destruction of public or private property during such demonstrations.
Ering urged all stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue to resolve the grievances related to the dam project. He stressed that peaceful protest is the most effective way to voice concerns, whereas violence only exacerbates the situation and harms the community at large.
The call for talks comes at a critical juncture, aiming to de-escalate the situation and find a middle ground between the project authorities and the protesting locals. Authorities are expected to monitor the situation closely to prevent any further outbreaks of unrest.
Ninong Ering, a former minister, responded to the incident by emphasizing the importance of maintaining law and order. While acknowledging the fundamental right of citizens to express their dissent, he strongly cautioned against the use of violence and the destruction of public or private property during such demonstrations.
Ering urged all stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue to resolve the grievances related to the dam project. He stressed that peaceful protest is the most effective way to voice concerns, whereas violence only exacerbates the situation and harms the community at large.
The call for talks comes at a critical juncture, aiming to de-escalate the situation and find a middle ground between the project authorities and the protesting locals. Authorities are expected to monitor the situation closely to prevent any further outbreaks of unrest.