Arunachal Pradesh Hydro Project | Daily News Analysis | NEXT IAS #upsc

In this edition of Daily News Analysis, we explore the Etalin Hydropower Project — a major upcoming project in Arunachal Pradesh's Dibang Valley. With a proposed capacity of 3,097 MW, it is set to become one of India’s largest hydropower projects. 📌 Key Highlights: Location: Dibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh Project type: Run-of-the-river scheme (no large reservoir) Involves: Concrete gravity dams on the Dri and Tang Rivers (tributaries of Dibang) Region: Part of the Himalayan biodiversity hotspot Community impact: Home to the Idu Mishmi tribe, an indigenous group Understand the intersection of infrastructure, environment, and tribal rights — a topic highly relevant for UPSC Prelims and Mains alike! #nextias #upsc #dailynewsanalysis #hydropowerindia #etalinproject #arunachalpradesh #dibangvalley #runoftheriver #environmentandecology #tribalissues #idumishmitribe #biodiversityhotspot #currentaffairs2025 #upscprelims2025 #gs3topics #infrastructuredevelopment #hydropowerproject #northeastindia