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The Union Government and Arunachal Pradesh have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement a special development package for the Siang region. This initiative aims to enhance livelihoods and infrastructure in Siang and Upper Siang districts. The package focuses on sectors such as animal husbandry, horticulture, handloom, and eco-tourism. It also includes the establishment of facilities like common resource centres and marketing hubs. The project is seen as a preparatory step for the proposed Upper Siang Multipurpose Project (SUMP), which aims to generate clean energy and improve water security in the region.
On September 15, 2025, the Union Government and Arunachal Pradesh signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a special development package for the Siang region. The ceremony was attended by Chief Secretary Manish Kumar Gupta, State Coordination, Planning and Investment Commissioner Ankur Garg, Union Jal Shakti Ministry Secretary (Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation) V.L. Kantha Rao, Union Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal, and S.K. Sinha, Commissioner (B&B) in the Ministry. Advertisement
The development package identifies multiple intervention areas, including livelihood activities, creation of new infrastructure facilities, and upgradation of existing assets in Siang and Upper Siang districts. Focus sectors include animal husbandry, piggery, fisheries, poultry farming, horticulture, handloom, bamboo, eco-tourism, and beekeeping. The scheme aims to uplift the quality of life while strengthening the socio-economic fabric of the region.
As part of the comprehensive plan, the package will also facilitate marketing and branding of local products. Distinct identities will be created for textiles, bamboo-based goods, and other indigenous crafts, enabling artisans to reach wider markets. Further, infrastructure support such as common facility centres, craft-based resource centres, marketing and sourcing hubs, urban haats, emporia, and raw material depots will be established across the region.
The initiative reflects the Centre's commitment to fostering inclusive growth and sustainable development in Arunachal Pradesh. They added that the package represents a significant investment in the future of Siang and Upper Siang districts, aiming to empower local communities, create sustainable livelihoods, and lay the foundation for comprehensive regional development.
The initiative is expected to provide long-term socio-economic benefits while preparing the ground for the strategic Upper Siang Multipurpose Project, which is envisaged as a mega hydroelectric and water storage project. Once implemented, it will contribute to clean energy generation, flood moderation, and water security in the Brahmaputra basin. Officials mentioned that the interventions under the present scheme will ensure that communities in Siang and Upper Siang are better equipped to take advantage of opportunities arising from the project.
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