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NHPC studies revival of Tripura’s Dumbur Hydroelectric plant

December 30, 2024, 01:01 PM - 2 min read

The NHPC’s recent study of the Dumbur hydroelectric project in Tripura has raised hopes for its revival. Damaged by September floods, the plant holds potential to boost renewable energy and provide a cost-efficient alternative to gas-based power in the state.

The serene Siang River flows undisturbed (R). Civil societies have urged President Murmu's (L) action to preserve its natural beauty and protect the livelihoods of indigenous communities.

Resistance to Siang Dam grows, President’s help sought

December 20, 2024, 07:46 PM - 2 min read

Environmental groups and indigenous organisations urged President Murmu to withdraw paramilitary forces from Siang Valley, opposing a massive hydropower project that threatens biodiversity, livelihoods, and cultural heritage in Arunachal Pradesh.

Arunachal set to lead with ₹1 lakh cr hydropower projects

November 27, 2024, 05:17 PM - 3 min read

The Union Cabinet has approved two hydropower projects worth ₹3,689 crore in Arunachal Pradesh, part of a broader ₹1 lakh crore initiative to harness the state's vast 58,000 MW hydropower potential.

The NHPC has identified three sites in Upper Siang and Siang districts for the dam’s construction: one between Parong and Deging villages, another near Ugeng at Riga village, and a third between Ditte-Dime and Geku.

Community outcry over proposed hydro projects in Arunachal

October 14, 2024, 02:41 PM - 2 min read

Hundreds of residents gathered in Geku village to voice their opposition to the preliminary assessments conducted for the hydropower initiative.

NHPC pays final dividend of Rs 338.5 cr to Centre for FY24

September 24, 2024, 08:32 AM - 2 min read

NHPC announced a total dividend of ₹1,286.33 crore for the 2023-24 fiscal year, comprising a final dividend of ₹338.51 crore and an interim dividend of ₹947.82 crore, following a net profit of ₹3,743.94 crore.

Protests won't stop Arunachal's 'ambitious' hydro projects

September 11, 2024, 12:39 PM - 3 min read

According to an official statement released on Wednesday, five projects will be commissioned next year, while three each are planned for 2026 and 2027.

Anti-dam protesters rally in Dite Dime, Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, expressing opposition to the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP).

Arunachal's anti-dam protestors get notices, brews rebellion

September 7, 2024, 11:47 AM - 3 min read

Upper Siang Deputy Commissioner Hage Lailang issued the notices earlier this week, citing possible disciplinary actions for insubordination and misconduct under the Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964.