Arunachal Activist Calls for Release of Anti‑SUMP Protesters, Opposes Security Deployment

An activist in Arunachal Pradesh has publicly demanded that authorities release the protesters who have been arrested for opposing the SUMP (Sustainable Utilization of Mountainous Plains) project. The activist, who has been a vocal critic of the project, also expressed strong opposition to the deployment of security forces in the region. He argued that the presence of armed personnel could inflame tensions and undermine the rights of local communities. The call for release comes amid growing concerns about the environmental and social impacts of the SUMP initiative, which has faced resistance from several tribal groups.