Tato-I Hydroelectric Project

Table of Contents☰

About Tato-I Hydroelectric Project:

The project, estimated at Rs. 1750 crore, will be located in Shi Yomi District of Arunachal Pradesh.
The project, with an installed capacity of 186 MW (3 x 62 MW), is expected to be completed in 50 months and will generate 802 million units (MU) of electricity annually.
The power generated will improve the power supply in Arunachal Pradesh and contribute to balancing the national grid.
It will be developed through a joint venture between the North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Ltd. (NEEPCO) and the Arunachal Pradesh government.
The central government will provide ₹77.37 crore for infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and transmission lines, along with ₹120.43 crore in financial assistance for the state’s equity share.
Arunachal Pradesh will receive 12% of the generated power for free, with an additional 1% allocated to a Local Area Development Fund (LADF).

Q1: What is North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Ltd. (NEEPCO)?

NEEPCO is a Miniratna CPSE under the Ministry of Power, Government of India for generation of electricity from hydro, thermal & renewable energy sources.

News: Government approves investment for Tato-I Hydroelectric Project