Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has described China's construction of the world's largest dam project on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet, near the Arunachal Pradesh border, as a "ticking water bomb" posing an existential threat to India. Speaking in multiple interviews, Khandu emphasized that the dam represents a danger greater than military threats from China. He highlighted concerns about the potential impact of the dam on water security and regional stability. Khandu also dismissed misconceptions about insurgent activities in Arunachal Pradesh, underscoring the state's preparedness in facing challenges from its sensitive border with China and Myanmar. The Chief Minister expressed distrust towards China, warning about the unpredictability of its actions and signaling that the people of Arunachal Pradesh are mentally prepared for ongoing tensions.