SJVN inks MOU for development of Kholongchhu Hydroelectric Power Project

SJVN has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC), Bhutan on April 23, 2014 for carrying out pre-construction activities for development of Kholongchhu Hydroelectric Power Project (600MW) till formation of Joint Venture Company in Bhutan.

The project is situated on the Kholongchhu river in Trashiyangtse Dozongkhag, having total installed capacity of 600 MW and shall be implemented by setting up a JV Company of SJVN & DGPC in Bhutan which shall develop and operate the project on BOOT basis.

SJVN is a joint venture between the Central government and Himachal Pradesh state government. The company owns and operates India’s largest 1500 MW Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station in Himachal Pradesh.