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Arunachal: ANSU seeks White Paper on Frontier Highway compensation payouts

Itanagar, July 10 (UNI) The All Nyishi Students' union (ANSU) has urged the Arunachal Pradesh government to publish a comprehensive White Paper on land compensation disbursed under the Frontier Highway Project in Kurung Kumey, Kra Daadi and East Kameng districts, citing the need for greater transparency and accountability in the implementation of the strategically important road project.
In a representation submitted to the Commissioner of Land Management on Thursday, the union sought publication of the White Paper within 15 days, containing detailed information on compensation sanctioned and disbursed under the project.
The union stated that the Frontier Highway Project involves substantial public expenditure and directly affects the rights and interests of thousands of landowners and beneficiaries.
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