Centre to provide Rs 4,136 crore for hydropower projects in northeast region

The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal from the Ministry of Power to provide financial assistance to north eastern state governments for hydroelectric projects through joint ventures with Central Public Sector Undertakings. The scheme, with an outlay of Rs. 4136 crore, aims to support 15000 MW of hydro capacity and will be implemented from FY 2024-25 to FY 2031-32.