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Himachal Pradesh to buy back Dhaulasidh project from SJVN

Source:timesofindia-indiatimes ↗

Why It Matters

Important for HPAS aspirants tracking state economic policies, energy sector developments, and relations with central PSUs like SJVN.

Summary

The Himachal Pradesh government announced plans to buy back the Dhaulasidh hydroelectric power project from SJVN (Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam) for Rs 800 crore, reflecting the state's strategy to enhance state control over local energy resources.

Key Points

  • The Himachal Pradesh government has decided to buy back the Dhaulasidh hydroelectric power project from SJVN for Rs 800 crore.
  • Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced the decision, marking a significant move by the state to reclaim control over its hydro resources from central public sector undertakings.
  • The Dhaulasidh project is a key hydropower venture located in Himachal Pradesh.

Important Terms

SJVN

A miniratna public sector undertaking involved in power generation, which partnered with the central and state governments to develop hydro projects in Himachal Pradesh.

UPSC context

HPAS Paper-2/3 (Economy & Infrastructure): Tests knowledge of state-level public sector undertakings, energy resource management, and centre-state joint ventures in hydropower.

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Himachal Pradesh Government

The sub-national administrative authority of Himachal Pradesh, responsible for state governance, policy formulation, and asserting fiscal control over local natural resources and hydro projects.

UPSC context

HPAS Paper-1/2 (Polity & Governance): Tests understanding of state executive powers, public asset management, and regional resource policy decisions.

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Static Concepts Connected

Himachal Pradesh Geography & Economy

What are the key river systems and major hydroelectric projects in Himachal Pradesh?

  • Beas Basin: Beas River hosts key projects like Pandoh, Dehar, and Dhaulasidh, primarily focused on power generation and irrigation support.
  • Satluj Basin: Satluj River accommodates mega projects such as Nathpa Jhakri, Rampur, and Karcham Wangtoo, managed by SJVN and private entities.
  • Chenab & Ravi: Chenab and Ravi rivers support projects like Chamera, Dul Hasti (adjacent), and Baira Siul, vital for northern grid stability.

Cross-Topic Patterns

  • Hydro Buybacks and Fiscal Federalism

    HP's hydro buyback strategy mirrors state-level pushback against central PSUs in energy-rich states, tying fiscal federalism directly to resource sovereignty.

HP hydro resource buyback models (SJVN/NTPC) vs central PSU control will feature in GS Paper 2/3 governance & economy questions.

Linked PYQs · 2

Linked PYQs · 2

  • 2011HPAS_PRELIMSGS1

    Which of the following groups of rivers originates from the Himachal mountains ?

  • 2024HPAS_PRELIMSGS1

    For the year 2023-24, match the type/name of banks with their total number of branches in Himachal Pradesh : | List I (Type/Name of Bank) | List II (No. of Branches in HP) | |---|---| | (a) Public Sector Banks (PSBs) | (i) 267 | | (b) Private Sector Banks (PSBs) | (ii) 568 | | (c) Himachal Pradesh Gramin Bank (HPGB) | (iii) 1,170 | | (d) Himachal Pradesh Co-operative Sector Banks | (iv) 274 | Choose the correct option : Code: (a) (b) (c) (d)