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Legal Framework & Policies

Last updated: 24 October 2026

Legal and Policy Documents

State hydropower policies

The 2007 policy applies to small HEPs up to 25 MW; the 2008 policy applies to large HEPs above 25 MW.

Hydropower policies and amendments

Local Area Development Fund

Separate guidelines are provided for Panyor Lower HEP (Ranganadi, 405 MW) and other large hydropower projects.

LADF guidelines and Ranganadi notification

Restoration of terminated large HEPs

AP Policy for Restoration of Large Terminated Hydroelectric Projects 2025 (PDF)

Land legislation

Read the original documents for their applicable provisions and amendments.

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