NHPC & RITES Signs MoU to Construct Railway Siding for Dibang Multipurpose Project

NHPC Limited, a leading hydropower company in India, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with RITES, a Miniratna Schedule ‘A’ Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways. The MoU pertains to the establishment of a railway siding at Pasighat, located in Arunachal Pradesh. This infrastructure development is intended to support NHPC’s ambitious 2,880 MW Dibang Multipurpose Project.

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More About the MoU

On the 21st of August 2023, the MoU was officially signed at the NHPC Corporate Office in Faridabad.

The collaboration between NHPC and RITES represents a well-matched alliance, capitalizing on the respective strengths of both entities. With its specialization as a Project Management Consultant, RITES is poised to deliver holistic and effective solutions for the establishment of railway infrastructure at NHPC’s Dibang project and other forthcoming undertakings in Arunachal Pradesh. This partnership underscores the shared commitment to enhancing essential infrastructure, fostering sustainable development, and advancing projects that contribute to the region’s growth and energy needs.

About NHPC’s Dibang Multipurpose Project

The Dibang Multipurpose Project is a hydroelectric project being developed by the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) in Arunachal Pradesh. The project is located on the Dibang River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra River.

The Dibang Multipurpose Project is a run-of-the-river project, which means that it does not have a reservoir.
The project will have a total installed capacity of 2,880 megawatts (MW). The first phase of the project, which will have an installed capacity of 1,200 MW, is expected to be completed in 2026.
The second phase of the project, which will have an installed capacity of 1,680 MW, is expected to be completed in 2030.
The Dibang Multipurpose Project is expected to generate 11,223 million units (MU) of electricity per year.
The project will also provide water for irrigation and drinking water supply.
The project is expected to benefit the people of Arunachal Pradesh and the neighboring states of Assam and Nagaland.

The Dibang Multipurpose Project is facing some challenges, including environmental concerns and opposition from local communities. However, the project is expected to be completed on schedule and within budget.

Key Features of the Dibang Multipurpose Project

It is a run-of-the-river project.
It will have a total installed capacity of 2,880 MW.
The first phase of the project will have an installed capacity of 1,200 MW.
The second phase of the project will have an installed capacity of 1,680 MW.
The project is expected to generate 11,223 MU of electricity per year.
The project will also provide water for irrigation and drinking water supply.
The project is expected to benefit the people of Arunachal Pradesh and the neighboring states of Assam and Nagaland.

The Dibang Multipurpose Project is a significant project that will help to meet the growing demand for electricity in India. The project is also expected to boost the economy of Arunachal Pradesh and the neighboring states.

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