PANGKANG : A two-day public awareness and community engagement programme on the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) was conducted at Pangkang (Jorkong) and Pangkang (Kumku) on May 25 and 26 respectively, with active participation from villagers and local households.

The initiative was organised to strengthen public understanding of the proposed project and its potential impact on infrastructure development, regional growth and community welfare.

The awareness drive commenced at Pangkang (Jorkong) on May 25 in the presence of Village Development and SUMP Development Committee President Tamyo Mingki. The programme also witnessed participation from SUMP Vice President Tamo Jerang and Village Development Committee Secretary Omak Tali, who encouraged interaction and discussion among villagers regarding the project.

The outreach programme continued at Pangkang (Kumku) on May 26 in the presence of SUMP Development Committee Chairman Bakin Tali and Vice Chairman Omin Tamut.

At both venues, the organising teams facilitated open interaction sessions, enabling villagers to raise queries, share concerns and offer suggestions related to the proposed project.

To promote transparency and sustained public awareness, SUMP information booklets were distributed among the villagers following the discussions.

The organisers stated that the programme aimed to encourage informed participation and strengthen community engagement through direct dialogue with local residents regarding the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project.