MNRE revises small hydro power scheme guidelines for flexible funding and timelines
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued revised guidelines for Small Hydro Power (SHP) schemes. These changes apply to all projects sanctioned under the earlier 2009 and 2014 schemes. The updates are designed to address sector challenges, simplify compliance, and facilitate timely completion. The calculation and release of Central Financial Assistance (CFA) have been modified. Earlier, developers had to submit monthly generation reports until the project met 80% of the expected generation…