- February 27, 2024
SJVN CMD Lays Foundation Stone for Office Building at 210 MW Luhri Stage-1 HEP Project in Himachal Pradesh
SJVN CMD Lays Foundation Stone for Office Building at 210 MW Luhri Stage-1 HEP Project in Himachal Pradesh
Shimla, February 27, 2024: Smt. Geeta Kapur, Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited (SJVN), visited the 210 MW Luhri Stage-1 Hydro Electric Project in Himachal Pradesh today. During her visit, she marked significant milestones by:
- Laying the foundation stone of the Office Building at the Dam site in Palahi village, Kullu district.
- Inaugurating Portable Cabins to serve as a temporary site office until the permanent building’s completion.
Project Progress Review and Encouragement:
Accompanied by project officials, Smt. Kapur conducted a thorough review of the project’s ongoing construction activities. These include:
- Power House
- Forebay and Plunge Pool
- Nallah Diversion
- Hydro-Mechanical and Electro-Mechanical Works
Expressing satisfaction with the progress, she encouraged all parties involved to maintain a planned approach to achieve critical project milestones.
Project Details and Impact:
- The 210 MW Luhri Stage-1 Hydro Electric Project is located on the Satluj river, spanning Shimla, Kullu, and Mandi districts.
- Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi laid the project’s foundation stone on December 27, 2021.
- Estimated at ₹1810 crore, the project is expected to generate 758 million units of electricity annually upon completion.
- It contributes significantly to the region and state through:
- Community asset creation
- Infrastructure development
- Generation of direct and indirect employment opportunities
The Luhri Stage-1 Hydro Electric Project is a key initiative by SJVN to promote clean and sustainable energy generation in Himachal Pradesh. With its ongoing construction advancements and positive socio-economic impact, the project is poised to be a valuable asset for the region.
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