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Govt Clears Rs 14,105 Crore, THDC’s Kalai-II Hydro Project in Arunachal Pradesh

Newsmantra — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:07:35 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Union Cabinet approved a major hydropower investment in Arunachal Pradesh. The Kalai-II Hydro Electric Project, located in the remote

Anjaw district on the Lohit river, will cost Rs.14,105.83 crore and take 78 months to complete.

The Kalai-II Hydro Electric Project will have an installed capacity of 1200 MW, split across six units of 190 MW each and one unit of 60 MW. Once operational, the plant is projected to produce 4,852.95 million units (MU) of electricity every year.

The Centre will provide ?599.88 crore as budgetary support for roads, bridges, and transmission line infrastructure. Additionally, a Central Financial Assistance of Rs 750 crore will go toward the state government’s equity share in the joint venture.

Arunachal Pradesh will receive 12% free power from the project. A further 1% of power will feed directly into the Local Area Development Fund, ensuring benefits reach surrounding communities.

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Govt Clears Rs.26,069 Crore, NHPC’s Kamala Hydro Project in Arunachal

Newsmantra — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:59:14 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved Rs 26,069.50 crore for the 1720 MW Kamala Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh. NHPC Limited will build the project jointly with the state government across three districts. The plant is expected to generate 6,870 MUs of electricity annually and will take 96 months to complete.

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Union Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates NHPC Pavilion at Bharat Electricity Summit 2026

Newsmantra — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:22:23 +0000

NEW DELHI. Shri Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs, officially inaugurated the NHPC Pavilion today at the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, held at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Accompanied by Union Ministers Shri Prahlad Joshi and Shri Shripad Naik, along with senior power officials and the NHPC board of directors, the Minister received a comprehensive overview of the organization’s efforts in hydropower development and renewable energy expansion. NHPC Chairman and Managing Director Shri Bhupender Gupta highlighted the agency’s latest technological advancements and its strategic role in bolstering India’s energy security through clean energy transitions. The four-day global exhibition, running from 19th to 22nd March 2026, continues to serve as a premier platform for showcasing sustainable infrastructure and the future of India’s power sector.

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Cabinet Greenlights ₹2,584-Crore Boost for Small Hydro Projects

Newsmantra — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:29:37 +0000

The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹2,584.60-crore development scheme to revitalize India’s small hydro power sector from FY 2026–27 to FY 2030–31. This initiative aims to add 1,500 MW of capacity through projects ranging from 1 MW to 25 MW, with a strategic focus on the North Eastern and hilly states. The government will provide central financial assistance of up to ₹3.6 crore per MW for border and North Eastern regions, and ₹2.4 crore per MW for other states, aiming to attract ₹15,000 crore in total investment while relying entirely on indigenous machinery under the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.

Beyond clean energy expansion, the scheme is designed to spark socio-economic growth in remote areas by generating approximately 51 lakh person-days of employment during construction. Because these decentralized projects require minimal land acquisition and transmission infrastructure, they offer an environmentally sustainable way to reduce power losses. Additionally, a dedicated fund of ₹30 crore has been set aside to help agencies prepare detailed project reports for 200 future sites, ensuring a long-term pipeline for a sector where projects typically last 40 to 60 years.

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