Shongtong–Karchham Hydroelectric Project Latest News
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister recently reviewed the progress of the 450 MW Shongtong-Karcham Hydroelectric Project on the Satluj River during his two-day visit to Kinnaur district.
About Shongtong–Karchham Hydroelectric Project
- It is a hydro power project on the river Satluj in the Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh.
- The project is envisaged as a run-of-river (RoR) scheme.
- Capacity: 3 × 150 MW Francis turbines, totaling 450 MW.
- The project includes:
- Barrage – 26 m high, 122.6 m long at the top
- Four 260 m long underground chambers
- 7.7 km headrace tunnel
- 110 m high and 30.6 m diameter surge shaft
- 23 m wide by 54 m high underground powerhouse
- Once completed, the project is expected to generate around 1,579 million units of electricity annually.
- It is being developed by Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL).
Source: ANI
Last updated on Sep, 2026
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