New Delhi | April 2026:

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved an investment of ₹26,069.50 crore for the construction of the Kamala Hydro Electric Project (HEP) in the districts of Kamle, Kra Daadi, and Kurung Kumey in Arunachal Pradesh.

⚡ Project Highlights

Installed Capacity: 1720 MW (8×210 MW + 1×40 MW)

Estimated Completion: 96 months

Annual Energy Generation: 6870 Million Units (MU)

🌊 Strategic Importance

The Kamala HEP is expected to:

Strengthen the power supply in Arunachal Pradesh

Help in peak demand management across India

Support national grid stability and balancing

Provide flood moderation benefits in the Brahmaputra valley

🔋 Other Major Hydropower Projects

Alongside Kamala HEP, NHPC Limited is developing three major projects in the region:

Subansiri Lower Project – 2000 MW

Dibang Multipurpose Project – 2880 MW

Etalin Project – 3097 MW

These projects span across Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, significantly boosting India’s renewable energy capacity.

💰 Benefits for Local Communities

12% free power will be provided to host states

1% of project revenue will be allocated to a Local Area Development Fund

Expected to boost regional infrastructure and economic growth

📊 Conclusion

The approval of the Kamala Hydro Electric Project marks a major step toward enhancing India's renewable energy capacity and strengthening the power infrastructure in the Northeast region, while also ensuring local development and environmental benefits.