Itanagar, May 7: In a strong show of support towards the Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) activities of the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), residents of four villages namely Ningging, Singging, Angging and Rising signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in support of the PFR survey during a programme held at the Community Hall, Tuting, today.

A total of 39 families from Ningging village, 25 families from Singging village, 18 families from Angging village and 45 families from Rising village extended their consent for the PFR activities in the presence of a huge gathering of more than 300 people.

The MoU was signed between the Deputy Commissioner, Upper Siang, Talo Jerang, on behalf of the Government of Arunachal Pradesh and representatives of the respective villages namely Rikdu Yalik of Ningging village, Momok Lipir of Singging village, Olom Sitek of Angging village and Oni Tondrang of Rising village.

The programme was attended by MLA 34-Tuting-Yingkiong Constituency-cum-Advisor to Chief Minister, Alo Libang, Chief Engineer (HPD) Er. K. Perme, State Nodal Officer (SUMP) Er. Atek Miyu, Under Secretary (HPD) Toli Karga, Heads of Departments including Theru Borang (DVO), Duhon Tekseng (DDSE), Ojing Tekseng (EE Power), Kakoti Borang (DFDO), Er. Rebe Nitik (PO, APEDA), Er. Galing Lipir (EE, RWD), Circle Officers of Gelling and Singa, District BJP President Ojing Peyang, General Secretary Tago Jijong, ZPMs Orik Tali, Jompi Peyang and Yapang Zizong, besides Project Affected Families (PAFs) and members of the general public.

Speaking on the occasion, MLA Alo Libang enlightened the gathering on various aspects of the proposed project and the PFR activities. He appreciated the overwhelming public support and encouraged the people to continue maintaining a positive outlook towards development.

Deputy Commissioner Talo Jerang, while addressing the gathering, highlighted various facets of the PFR activities and clarified misconceptions relating to the survey works. He appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the people and stated that the huge turnout reflected the changing mindset of the people towards progress and development.

“This shows that our people are gradually embracing a progressive mindset, which will go a long way in transforming the lives of the people,” he said.

The Deputy Commissioner further assured that transparency and accountability have been maintained throughout the process and appealed to the public to remain positive and cooperative. He also stated that it is the responsibility of the administration to take care of the public and therefore the district administration travelled to Tuting to facilitate the signing process for the convenience of the villagers despite bad weather conditions and road blockades en route.