BOLENG : In a significant development for the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), 18 additional households from Begging village on Tuesday signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) related to preparation of the project’s Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR).

The MoU signing programme was held at the office of the Siang Deputy Commissioner in Boleng and was overseen by Siang Deputy Commissioner Tayi Taggu in the presence of district administration officials.

Earlier, 36 households from the village had signed the agreement. With the latest addition, the total number of households from Begging village signing the MoU has risen to 54.

Officials stated that the increasing participation reflects continued dialogue and engagement among stakeholders regarding the proposed multipurpose project.

The district administration has been facilitating consultations and discussions with local residents to ensure community participation and awareness during the ongoing PFR process.

The Siang Upper Multipurpose Project is considered one of the major proposed infrastructure projects in the region, and developments related to the PFR process are being closely monitored by the administration and concerned agencies. (DIPR)