Development of Tehri Dam is nothing short of miracle and engineering marvel: Manohar Lal

Shri Manohar Lal acknowledged the team's significant achievements and the high standards they have set in developing the 2400 MW Tehri Power Complex.

Union Minister of Power and Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, inspected the ongoing works at the 2400 MW Tehri Power Complex in Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, on 15th July 2024.

During his visit, Shri Manohar Lal closely examined the construction activities at the 1000 MW Tehri Pumped Storage Plant (PSP), a flagship project under THDC India Limited (THDCIL). This project is a critical component of India's renewable energy infrastructure. The Minister inspected key areas including the Butterfly Valve Chamber, the Machine Hall, and the Outfall of the Tehri PSP, and reviewed the progress on the river joining works, which are essential for integrating the PSP into existing water management systems.

Expressing his appreciation for the ongoing efforts, the Minister congratulated the entire THDC team for their relentless dedication and hard work towards advancing renewable and reliable hydropower generation. Shri Manohar Lal acknowledged the team's significant achievements and the high standards they have set in developing the 2400 MW Tehri Power Complex. He highlighted how THDC's contributions to hydropower projects embody Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a Viksit Bharat by 2047. He remarked, “The Tehri Dam stands as a remarkable milestone for THDCIL, accomplished at a time when the very idea of such a massive dam seemed nearly inconceivable. The development of the Tehri Dam is nothing short of a miracle and an engineering marvel in its own right.”

In his address to the THDC management and employees, the Minister emphasized the strategic importance of hydropower in combating climate change and supporting the nation’s energy security. He urged the team to maintain their momentum and focus on the timely completion of the remaining project phases to meet the set deadlines. He praised THDCIL’s efforts in pushing the boundaries of hydropower technology and urged the team to continue striving for excellence.

Sh. R. K. Vishnoi, Chairman and Managing Director of THDCIL, thanked the Minister for his visit and encouraging words. He reaffirmed THDCIL’s commitment to advancing the Tehri Power Complex and other renewable energy projects as part of the broader mission to contribute to a sustainable energy future for India. The visit concluded with a renewed sense of purpose among the THDCIL team, who were inspired by the Minister’s vision for the future of India’s hydropower sector and their role in realizing that vision.

Accompanied by a distinguished delegation from the Ministry of Power, the Minister was warmly received by Sh. R. K. Vishnoi, Chairman and Managing Director, THDC India Limited, along with Sh. Shallinder Singh, Director (Personnel), Sh. Bhupender Gupta, Director (Technical), and other senior officials of THDCIL.

About Tehri Hydro Power Complex:

The Tehri Hydro Power Complex (THPC) is a multipurpose scheme on the Bhagirathi River, a tributary of the Ganges. It is designed to store surplus water from the Bhagirathi River during the monsoon and release it to meet irrigation and drinking water needs in the Gangetic plains of Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh during the non-monsoon period while generating 2400 MW of peaking power.

Tehri HPC consists of the following:

Tehri Hydro Power Plant (Tehri HPP) - 1000 MW (4×250 MW)

Koteshwar Hydro Electric Project (Koteshwar HEP) - 400 MW (4x100 MW)

Tehri Pumped Storage Plant (Tehri PSP) - 1000 MW (4x250 MW)

This complex plays a vital role in India's renewable energy strategy and water management system, contributing significantly to the country's sustainable development goals.