Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project

Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project Latest News

National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Private Limited (NHPC) recently announced the successful completion of the trial run for Unit 2 (200 MW) of the Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project in Himachal Pradesh.

About Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project

• The Parbati Hydroelectric Project (Stage II) is a run-of-the-river project under construction in Sainj, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh.
• It proposed to harness the hydro potential of the lower reaches of the Parbati River (major tributary of the Beas River). 
• The river is proposed to be diverted with a concrete gravity dam at Village Pulga in Parbati Valley through a 31.52 km long head race tunnel and the power house shall be located at village Suind in Sainj Valley.
• Total Capacity: 800 MW (four units of 200 MW each)
• Once fully commissioned, the Parbati-II project is expected to generate approx. 3,074 million units (MU) of electricity annually.
• The project is being developed and currently owned by National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Private Limited (NHPC). The company has a stake of 100%.
• The Parbati-II project was initiated in 2003 and was originally scheduled for commissioning in 2010. 
• However, it faced continuous delays due to various challenges, including tunnelling issues, water and silt seepage, flash floods, cloudbursts, and adverse geological conditions.

Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project FAQs

Q1. Where is the Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project located?

Ans. Himachal Pradesh

Q2. Which river’s hydro potential is being harnessed in the Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project?

Ans. It proposed to harness the hydro potential of the lower reaches of the Parbati River (major tributary of the Beas River). 

Q3. What is the total installed capacity of the Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project?

Ans. 800 MW

Source: CNBC