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Shongtong-Karcham Hydroelectric Project

Sector: Tunnel • Location: Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh, India

Source: Lokmat Times

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Under Construction

The Shongtong-Karcham Hydroelectric Project is a 450 MW hydroelectric power project on the Satluj River in Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. The project includes key civil components such as the barrage, head race tunnel, and powerhouse structures, with electro-mechanical works progressing in phases. It aims to enhance the state's power generation capacity, boost energy self-reliance, and contri

Status
Under Construction
Sector
Tunnel, Power Generation (CCGT)
Location
Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh, India
Updated
22 Jul 2026
Source
Lokmat Times

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The project “Shongtong-Karcham Hydroelectric Project” is an infrastructure initiative in the Tunnel sector, located in Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh, India. Taiyo aggregates data on it from Lokmat Times.

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The Shongtong-Karcham Hydroelectric Project is a 450 MW hydroelectric power project on the Satluj River in Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. The project includes key civil components such as the barrage, head race tunnel, and powerhouse structures, with electro-mechanical works progressing in phases. It aims to enhance the state's power generation capacity, boost energy self-reliance, and contribute to sustainable development.

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Energy

Location

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India

State

Himachal Pradesh

City

Kinnaur

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Lokmat Times

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Sector

Tunnel, Power Generation (CCGT)

Article published date

2026-04-17

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