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CM Sukhu Takes Up Key Himachal Power Sector Issues with Union Power Minister.<\/h1>\n

Seeks early resolution of pending matters, including free power benefits, SJVN representation, Shanan project and transfer of Baira Siul project.<\/h2>\n

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Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu met Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Manohar Lal in New Delhi on Tuesday and discussed a range of important pending issues concerning Himachal Pradesh\u2019s power sector. The Chief Minister urged the Union Minister to facilitate the early resolution of these matters in the larger interest of the state.<\/p>\n

During the meeting, the Chief Minister strongly raised the issue of providing Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) against Himachal Pradesh\u2019s free power entitlement. He said the state should receive due benefits against its free power share and sought necessary clarification as well as an early resolution of the matter.<\/p>\n

Demand for Independent Directors from Himachal Pradesh on SJVN Board<\/h4>\n

Chief Minister Sukhu also raised the issue of nominating two Independent Directors from Himachal Pradesh on the Board of Directors of Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN). He urged the Union Government to complete the process at the earliest, keeping the interests of Himachal Pradesh in view.<\/p>\n

Shanan Hydropower Project transfer discussed<\/h4>\n

The transfer of the Shanan Hydropower Project to Himachal Pradesh was another key issue discussed during the meeting. The Chief Minister emphasized that necessary action should be taken keeping in view the rights of Himachal Pradesh over the project and the interests of the state. The matter is presently sub judice.<\/p>\n

Seeks one percent additional free power for LADF<\/h4>\n

The Chief Minister reiterated the state\u2019s demand for one percent additional free power after commissioning as Local Area Development Fund (LADF) for Central Sector hydropower projects commissioned prior to the Hydropower Policy, 2008.<\/p>\n

He said the provision would help accelerate development in project-affected areas and ensure that local communities receive direct benefits from hydropower projects.<\/p>\n

According to the state government\u2019s assessment, the proposed arrangement is expected to provide Himachal Pradesh a gross annual benefit of approximately Rs. 29.34 crore, while the estimated annual burden on other beneficiary states would be around Rs. 96.57 crore.<\/p>\n

The estimated net annual benefit to Himachal Pradesh would be approximately Rs. 23.21 crore, while the tariff impact on other beneficiary states is expected to remain at around 1.15 percent.<\/p>\n

Himachal seeks transfer of 180 MW Baira Siul project<\/h4>\n

Chief Minister Sukhu further raised the issue of handing over the 180 MW Baira Siul Hydropower Project to Himachal Pradesh after completion of its 40-year period.<\/p>\n

He urged the Union Government to initiate the necessary process for transferring the project to the state, stating that the move would be in the interest of Himachal Pradesh and its power sector.<\/p>\n

Seeks unused BBMB land for public purposes<\/h4>\n

The Chief Minister also raised the issue of land acquired by the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) in Himachal Pradesh that is presently not being utilized.<\/p>\n

He urged that such land be made available to the state government for public purposes, including the construction of government offices and provision of land for the rehabilitation and resettlement of people displaced by development projects.<\/p>\n

Hydropower sector vital to Hwimachal\u2019s economy<\/h4>\n

Chief Minister Sukhu said the hydropower sector is a key pillar of Himachal Pradesh\u2019s economy, energy security and local development. He emphasized that the early resolution of pending matters relating to the state\u2019s power interests is essential for ensuring the overall development and economic progress of Himachal Pradesh.<\/p>\n

Union Power Minister Manohar Lal assured the Chief Minister of positive consideration of matters concerning Himachal Pradesh\u2019s power interests. He also assured that necessary directions would be issued to the concerned officials and that all possible cooperation would be extended for the early resolution of the pending issues.<\/p>\n

Chief Secretary Kamlesh Kumar Pant, Principal Advisor to the Chief Minister Ram Subhag Singh, Principal Secretary (Finance) Devesh Kumar and Secretary to the Chief Minister Rakesh Kanwar were also present in the meeting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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