Small Hydro Power Capacity Addition Scheme
Sector: Hydro • Location: India
Source: ET Energy World
The Union Cabinet approved a ₹2,584.60 crore scheme to support small hydro power projects between 2026–27 and 2030–31, targeting the addition of around 1,500 MW of capacity. The scheme supports projects with capacities ranging from 1 MW to 25 MW, focusing on hilly regions and the North East. It provides central financial assistance based on project location, with higher incentives for North Easter
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Hydro, Government, Power Generation (CCGT)
- Location
- India
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- ET Energy World
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Description | The Union Cabinet approved a ₹2,584.60 crore scheme to support small hydro power projects between 2026–27 and 2030–31, targeting the addition of around 1,500 MW of capacity. The scheme supports projects with capacities ranging from 1 MW to 25 MW, focusing on hilly regions and the North East. It provides central financial assistance based on project location, with higher incentives for North Eastern states and border areas. The scheme also includes support for the preparation of detailed project reports (DPRs) for about 200 projects and aims to generate significant employment during construction and operation phases. |
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Sector | Hydro, Government, Power Generation (CCGT) |
Article published date | 2026-03-21 |
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