NHPC Ltd is progressing with a Rs.300 billion investment plan for the 3,000 MW Etalin hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh. The initiative aims to boost India’s renewable energy capacity and involves significant infrastructure development.
NHPC Ltd. is advancing plans for the 3,000 MW Etalin hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh, with an estimated investment of Rs 300 billion. Originally allotted to private developers over a decade ago, the project faced delays due to regulatory hurdles. In late 2025, the central government reassigned it to NHPC after briefly transferring it to SJVN Ltd.
The project, located in the Dibang Valley district, will feature two concrete gravity dams on the Dri and Tangon rivers, tributaries of the Dibang river. It aligns with India’s push for renewable energy expansion and complements NHPC’s ongoing 2,880 MW Dibang Multipurpose Project nearby.
According to official disclosures, NHPC is finalizing agreements with the Arunachal Pradesh government, while the proposal awaits formal approval. This development follows the recent Cabinet clearance for two other hydropower projects worth Rs 40,000 crore in the state. The move underscores the growing role of public sector undertakings in reviving stalled energy projects.
For businesses, the project presents opportunities in construction, engineering, and equipment supply, while reinforcing India’s commitment to sustainable energy. Investors may view this as a sign of increased public spending in renewable energy infrastructure, particularly in hydroelectric power. Stakeholders in energy, infrastructure, and environmental sectors should monitor its progress closely.
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