The Adi community has been protesting against the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh, saying it threatens their land, livelihoods, and civilisation. The agitation has turned violent in response to increasing use of force by the State authorities. The community alleges that the State government has used deceit, force, and threats to get consent for the feasibility study. Abhinay Lakshman reports on the resistance