Telangana Plans Hydro Power Plant in Himachal Pradesh
POWER & RENEWABLE ENERGY

Telangana Plans Hydro Power Plant in Himachal Pradesh

In a bid to expand its renewable energy portfolio, the Telangana government is contemplating establishing a hydro power plant in Himachal Pradesh. The move comes as part of Telangana's efforts to bolster its energy infrastructure and reduce dependency on conventional power sources.

Telangana's Minister for Energy, G. Jagadish Reddy, and Congress MP A. Revanth Reddy met with Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur to discuss the potential collaboration. They deliberated on various aspects including investment opportunities, technical feasibility, and regulatory procedures involved in setting up the hydro power plant.

Hydroelectric power is seen as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, offering clean energy generation with minimal environmental impact. Himachal Pradesh, with its abundant water resources and favourable terrain, presents an attractive opportunity for hydro power development.

The proposed project underscores Telangana's commitment to embracing renewable energy solutions to meet its growing power demands. It aligns with the state's long-term vision of achieving energy security and sustainability.

While specific details regarding the capacity and exact location of the hydro power plant are yet to be disclosed, the discussions signify a significant step towards realising the venture. Both parties expressed optimism about the collaboration and emphasised the mutual benefits it could bring to the respective states.

The establishment of a hydro power plant in Himachal Pradesh not only opens avenues for investment and economic growth but also contributes to India's broader renewable energy goals. It reflects a strategic partnership between states to harness clean energy resources and mitigate the challenges posed by climate change.

As discussions progress, stakeholders anticipate further developments that will shape the trajectory of this ambitious renewable energy initiative.

In a bid to expand its renewable energy portfolio, the Telangana government is contemplating establishing a hydro power plant in Himachal Pradesh. The move comes as part of Telangana's efforts to bolster its energy infrastructure and reduce dependency on conventional power sources. Telangana's Minister for Energy, G. Jagadish Reddy, and Congress MP A. Revanth Reddy met with Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur to discuss the potential collaboration. They deliberated on various aspects including investment opportunities, technical feasibility, and regulatory procedures involved in setting up the hydro power plant. Hydroelectric power is seen as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, offering clean energy generation with minimal environmental impact. Himachal Pradesh, with its abundant water resources and favourable terrain, presents an attractive opportunity for hydro power development. The proposed project underscores Telangana's commitment to embracing renewable energy solutions to meet its growing power demands. It aligns with the state's long-term vision of achieving energy security and sustainability. While specific details regarding the capacity and exact location of the hydro power plant are yet to be disclosed, the discussions signify a significant step towards realising the venture. Both parties expressed optimism about the collaboration and emphasised the mutual benefits it could bring to the respective states. The establishment of a hydro power plant in Himachal Pradesh not only opens avenues for investment and economic growth but also contributes to India's broader renewable energy goals. It reflects a strategic partnership between states to harness clean energy resources and mitigate the challenges posed by climate change. As discussions progress, stakeholders anticipate further developments that will shape the trajectory of this ambitious renewable energy initiative.

Next Story
Real Estate

iWO(R)K

It is commonly believed that technology is the key differentiator between a smart and an ordinary workspace. While that is true on one level, it isn’t the whole truth. Conceptually, smartness as associated with an office has evolved from technological novelty to holistic sustainability, workplaces that not only perform but also inspire, explains Dikshu Kukreja, Managing Principal, CP Kukreja Architects. “A truly smart workplace is not simply a matter of embedding devices or automated systems; it is about creating an ecosystem that balances digital intelligence, ecological sensiti..

Next Story
Technology

Bentley’s AI-Driven Infrastructure Vision

Kaushik Chakraborty, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific & Japan, Bentley Systems, shares with PRATAP PADODE, Editor-in-Chief, CW, how Bentley is reshaping infrastructure. Through AI, model-centric workflows and innovation, technology is helping deliver projects faster, greener and more efficiently across regions.How does Bentley’s global strategy ensure its solutions meet diverse infrastructure needs?Bentley’s technology is designed to scale globally. Projects large and small – from a hotel in Udevo to a 350-km highway in Australia – demonstrate that technology is no bar..

Next Story
Equipment

Handling the Bottom Line

In a highly competitive construction environment, efficient material handling is “the silent engine of profitability”, to quote Vaibhav Kulkarni, General Manager Projects, JP Infra Realty. “It’s not just about moving materials from A to B but developing a strategy to minimise touchpoints, reduce waste and maximise spends.”Planning stageBefore investing in material, Kulkarni recommends designing the material flow. “Map the journey of major materials from the delivery point to their final placement,” he recommends. While doing this, “minimise double-handling and identif..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?