CM Pema Khandu calls Arunachal the ‘Hydro Capital of India’ as the state boasts 56,000 MW hydropower potential, driving economic growth and national energy security.
Arunachal – The True Hydro Capital of India
While speaking at a developmental conclave, CM Khandu highlighted how Arunachal Pradesh can contribute nearly one-third of the country’s hydropower capacity. Several large-scale projects are already under construction, including the Dibang Multipurpose Project and the Subansiri Lower Project — both considered national priorities.
Read more about the Dibang Hydropower Project
Harnessing 56,000 MW — Economic and Environmental Impacts
The 56,000 MW figure isn’t just symbolic. If fully realized, Arunachal could:
- Supply electricity to over 20 million homes
- Reduce fossil fuel dependency
- Generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs
- Boost local economies through infrastructure
The hydropower boom is already drawing attention from national and international investors, making Arunachal a green energy hub of the Northeast.
Why Northeast India matters for India’s energy future
From Remote Hills to National Energy Grid
Connecting Arunachal’s remote river valleys to India’s power grid is both a logistical and strategic challenge. However, the Centre has backed the effort with robust funding under schemes like:
- North Eastern Region Power System Improvement Project (NERPSIP)
- Bharatmala and PM Gati Shakti
How Subansiri Project Will Change Arunachal’s Economy
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