CCEA Clears ₹40,175 Crore Hydro Projects in Arunachal
Why in the news
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs gave the go-ahead to two large hydropower projects in Arunachal Pradesh, adding clean power and flood control for the Northeast.
Key facts
- Approving body: Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), led by PM Narendra Modi.
- Total cost: ₹40,175.33 crore for two projects.
- Location: Arunachal Pradesh.
- Both projects carry infrastructure works and flood moderation elements.
- Goal: more renewable energy and stronger energy security in the Northeast.
| Project | Annual generation | Installed capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Kamala | 6,870 MU | 1,720 MW |
| Kalai-II | 4,852.95 MU | 1,200 MW |
Significance
Hydropower adds renewable capacity, while flood moderation gives a secondary benefit to downstream areas.
Exam angle
- Approving body: CCEA.
- Capacities: Kalai-II 1,200 MW and Kamala 1,720 MW.
- State: Arunachal Pradesh; theme: renewables and Northeast energy security.