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HPERC proposes draft Himachal Pradesh Electricity Grid Code, 2025
January 6, 2026January 6, 2026 Regulatory Updates

The Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a draft notification on 24 December 2025 proposing the Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (Himachal Pradesh Electricity Grid Code) Regulations, 2025 to replace the 2008 State Grid Code. The draft sets a comprehensive framework for planning, connection, operation, scheduling, and compliance of the intra state transmission system. Stakeholders can submit objections and suggestions within thirty days from its publication in the state gazette. Applicability and jurisdiction The proposed…

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JSW fully commissions Kutehr hydro project in Himachal Pradesh
August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 India, News

JSW Energy Limited has completed the commissioning of the third and final 80 MW unit at its Kutehr Hydroelectric Power Plant in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh. This comes just days after the company began power dispatch from the project’s first 80 MW unit. Electricity from the entire 240 MW capacity is now being supplied to Haryana. The project operates under a 35-year power purchase agreement with Haryana Power Purchase Centre at a levelised ceiling tariff of…

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Himachal Pradesh electricity board posts Rs 315 crore profit in FY 2024‑25
August 4, 2025August 4, 2025 India, News

Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Ltd (HPSEBL) reported a profit of Rs 315 crore in the financial year 2024‑25, marking its first-ever surplus after years of losses. HPSEBL had accumulated losses totalling Rs 3,742 crore by March 31, 2024. The turnaround is attributed to governance reforms and efficiency drives led by the current state government. With improved finances, the state approved Rs 368.89 crore for employee benefits, including gratuity, medical reimbursements, pensions, and leave encashment,…

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Supreme Court allows Himachal Pradesh to seek 18% free power from JSW Hydro
July 17, 2025July 17, 2025 India, News

The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of the Himachal Pradesh government in its dispute with JSW Hydro Energy over free power supply, allowing the state to demand 18% of generated electricity without charge, reported CNBC. This overturns a previous Himachal Pradesh High Court order that had limited the free power share to 13%, based on Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) tariff regulations. JSW Hydro Energy, a subsidiary of JSW Neo Energy and ultimately of…

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Himachal Pradesh Cabinet approves takeover of five hydro projects
April 9, 2025April 9, 2025 India, News

The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet has approved the takeover of five hydro electric projects (HEPs) from SJVN Limited and NHPC Limited. Three of the projects were previously allotted to SJVN. These include: Luhri Hydro Electric Project Stage I Located near Nirath village, this project involves a concrete gravity dam, 86 meters high, across the Satluj river. It has an installed capacity of 210 megawatts (MW) and an estimated cost of Rs 18.10 billion. Sunni Dam Hydro…

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Himachal Pradesh and Telangana sign MoU for two hydroelectric projects
March 31, 2025March 31, 2025 India, News

Himachal Pradesh and Telangana have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop two hydroelectric projects: Seli (400 MW) and Miyar (120 MW). The agreement aims to meet Telangana’s growing demand for clean energy while leveraging Himachal Pradesh’s hydropower potential. Himachal Pradesh benefits from its perennial Himalayan rivers, allowing for hydropower generation for nine to ten months a year. In contrast, South Indian rivers provide limited hydropower generation. Telangana sees this collaboration as an opportunity…

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Telangana explores hydroelectric projects in Himachal Pradesh
February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 India, News

Telangana has announced plans to invest in hydroelectric projects outside its state, starting with Himachal Pradesh, as part of its green energy push. Telangana’s Deputy Chief Minister and Energy Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, along with energy officials, held discussions with Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu in Delhi regarding the state’s interest in hydro projects under the build, own, operate, and transfer (BOOT) model. Himachal Pradesh has invited proposals to develop 22 hydroelectric projects. Telangana…

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Himachal Pradesh seeks central funding support Kishau Project
January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 India, News

The Government of Himachal Pradesh has urged the Government of India to adopt a 90:10 funding formula or provide a 50-year interest-free loan to finance the Kishau Multi-Purpose Project. The project, estimated at Rs 115.5 billion, will be developed by Kishau Corporation Limited, a joint venture between the Governments of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. It is located on the Tons River, a major Yamuna tributary, at the border of Dehradun district (Uttarakhand) and Sirmour (Himachal…

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Himachal Pradesh installs 2 MW solar power plant in Kaza
January 6, 2025January 6, 2025 India, News

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu announced the installation of a 2 MW solar power plant in Kaza, Lahaul-Spiti district, to enhance power supply in the remote region. The plant will be fully operational soon, with the addition of a 1 MWh battery storage system. The state is focusing on increasing solar energy use to become a “green state.” In addition, 18 MW of solar plants are planned on vacant land near electricity board offices,…

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Center lays foundation for three hydroelectric projects in Himachal Pradesh
December 26, 2024December 26, 2024 India, News

The Central Government has laid the foundation stone for three hydroelectric projects (HEPs) in Himachal Pradesh. These projects are: Luhri Hydro Electric Project Stage I: This project involves constructing an 86 m high concrete gravity dam across the Satluj river near Nirath village. It will generate 210 MW of hydro power at an estimated cost of Rs 18.10 billion. Sunni Dam Hydro Electric Project: A Run-of-River (RoR) scheme on the Satluj River near Khaira village,…

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