โก Capacity: 1,856 MW (Stage I: 1,406 MW, Stage II: 450 MW)
๐๏ธ Infrastructure: 192.5m dam, underground power station, water channels
๐ Location: Chenab River, Ramban, Jammu & Kashmir
๐ฐ Cost: โน31,380 crore
๐ข Developer: NHPC Ltd
๐ ๏ธ Design: Run-of-the-river (minimizes submergence)
๐ Strategic Context: Greater autonomy post IWT suspension, control over western rivers
๐ฑ Environmental: Limited submergence, ecosystem preservation, water quality monitoring
๐ฅ Social: Resettlement & rehabilitation plans for affected communities
๐ Energy Security: Adds 1,856 MW clean energy
๐ Economic: Local employment, infrastructure, ancillary industries
๐บ๏ธ Geopolitical: Strengthens Indiaโs position in river resource management
โป๏ธ Sustainable Development: Eco-friendly hydro design balancing development & ecology
๐ Way Forward: Timely execution, monitoring, grid integration, community engagement