DIMAPUR, JUNE 11 (MExN): The Downstream Affected People’s Organization (DAPO), Doyang Hydro Electric Project (DHEP) today reiterated its earlier resolution that any proposed dam in the NAPA or Pyotchu area which falls within its jurisdiction either by a private company or by a government agency is banned till further notice.
A press note from the DAPO Chairman, N Mhabemo Mozhui and Secretary, Wobemo Tsopoe further stated that it has decided to ban any reservoir dam project/s within its area/jurisdiction. “Any dam/project which does not include constructing of reservoirs may be allowed. Provided, the organization be consulted on all such matters,” it added.
It cautioned that if any of the concerned villages had given No Objection Certificate/s (NOCs) to any company/agency for construction of reservoir dams within its jurisdiction “it shall be considered as withdrawn or deemed null and void.”
The DAPO informed that it is composed of 10 villages popularly known as “Podinakup” villages located downstream of the Doyang Hydro Project (Right-bank) under Sanis sub-division in Wokha District.
The DAPO, it claimed, is the “sole and legitimate organization representing the 10 villages on all matters concerning the Doyang river dam downstream and does not recognize nor has it authorised any individual or organization to represent them at any forum.”
It further informed that any proposal/agreement for dam projects in the DAPO area by any company/agency whether government or private without prior consultation and knowledge of the organization “shall be doing so at their own peril.”
