Thursday, 07 December 2023 | PNS | DEHRADUN
The THDC India Limited (THDCIL) chairman and managing director RK Vishnoi informed that during the Energy Conclave held in Dehradun, chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami granted the responsibility for the development and commissioning of five hydro electric projects totalling 1,719 MW in Uttarakhand to THDCIL-UJVNL Energy Company Limited, a joint venture company between THDCIL and UJVNL.
Notable projects include the Mori Hanol Hydro Electric Project (63 MW) in Uttarkashi, Urthing Sobla Hydro Electric Project (280 MW) in Pithoragarh, Bogudiyar Sarkari Bhyol Hydro Electric Project (146 MW) in Pithoragarh, Pungarh-Matiyala Pump Storage Plant (600 MW) in Tehri and Jaspalgarh Pump Storage Plant (630 MW) in Pauri. The allotment letters were formally received by THDCIL director (Technical) Bhupender Gupta from the CM. Vishnoi further informed that upon completion, these projects will contribute 1,719 MW of clean energy, with a substantial investment of Rs 17,000 crore and the creation of about 900 employment opportunities.
This significant announcement underscores the commitment of THDCIL and UJVNL to fortify the nation’s energy sector. Furthermore, the emphasis on clean energy aligns with the global efforts toward achieving net-zero emission targets, highlighting the pivotal role these projects play in advancing sustainable and environmentally responsible energy solutions, Vishnoi added.
