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Siyom River
Arunachal Pradesh, India
Why in news
Jun 2026
An expert panel deferred the 1,000 MW Siyom barrage project on this Arunachal tributary of the Brahmaputra over seismic and landslide risks.
Key facts
- An expert panel deferred the 1,000 MW Siyom barrage over seismic and landslide risks.
- The Siyom is an Arunachal tributary of the Brahmaputra.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its origin, the states or countries it flows through, and tributaries.
Mains
Mains (GS-1/GS-3): inter-state water disputes and river interlinking debates.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Siyom River in the news?
Jun 2026: An expert panel deferred the 1,000 MW Siyom barrage project on this Arunachal tributary of the Brahmaputra over seismic and landslide risks.
Why is Siyom River important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its origin, the states or countries it flows through, and tributaries. Mains (GS-1/GS-3): inter-state water disputes and river interlinking debates.
Last updated: 2026-10-09