New Delhi, Apr 8: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a significant hydro‑electric power project in Arunachal Pradesh, greenlighting a proposal worth ₹26,069 crore to develop a 1,720 megawatt (MW) hydropower facility in the state’s strategic northeastern region.
The project, which is expected to become one of the largest clean energy installations in the area, is aimed at boosting domestic power generation capacity and supporting India’s transition toward sustainable energy sources. Once completed, the plant is projected to generate substantial electricity that will contribute both to regional demand and the national grid.
Government officials highlighted that the initiative will not only strengthen energy security but also accelerate economic development in Arunachal Pradesh by creating jobs, improving local infrastructure, and spurring related investments in the region.
The approved plant is part of the government’s broader policy to tap India’s hydropower potential—particularly in the Himalayan states—while promoting environmentally responsible energy production. Officials emphasised that environmental safeguards and community welfare measures will be integrated into the project’s implementation to minimise ecological impacts and support local livelihoods.
The move comes as part of ongoing efforts to diversify India’s energy mix, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and advance clean energy goals under national and international climate commitments.
With the Cabinet’s approval in place, detailed planning, land acquisition, and construction activities are expected to begin soon, marking a new chapter in renewable energy expansion in the northeastern region.
