Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu projects a doubling of the state's hydropower revenue to Rs 1,000 crore in 5-10 years with five proposed projects.

Arunachal Pradesh CM, Pema Khandu, believes the state's annual revenue of Rs 500 crore from hydropower can double to Rs 1,000 crore in 5-10 years, with five proposed projects totaling 2,626 MW. Khandu urges community-based organizations to cooperate in achieving self-sustainance and generating revenue. He also emphasizes the importance of local community consent, controlling tourism, and implementing a hydropower policy similar to Bhutan.

July 16, 2024
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