Schemes & Policies
Hydropower Development Schemes
The Government of Arunachal Pradesh through the Department of Hydropower Development implements several schemes to promote sustainable hydropower development, support infrastructure creation, and ensure community welfare.
Overview of Schemes
Different schemes address various aspects of hydropower development:
State Policies
State-level policies provide the regulatory framework for hydropower development.
Central Government Support Schemes
Central government provides budgetary support for specific types of hydropower projects and infrastructure.
Sector Promotion Measures
Special measures designed to promote and accelerate hydropower sector growth.
Key Focus Areas
1. Flood Moderation and Storage Projects
Budgetary support for hydroelectric projects designed to provide flood moderation and storage benefits, contributing to water management and disaster mitigation.
2. Enabling Infrastructure
Financial support for infrastructure development essential for hydropower project implementation, including roads, transmission lines, and communication facilities.
3. Technology and Methodology
Promoting adoption of modern technologies, innovative methodologies, and best practices in hydropower development and management.
Scheme Documents
Detailed information on all schemes is available for download:
- Budgetary Support for Flood Moderation/Storage HEPs (PDF)
- Budgetary Support for Enabling Infrastructure (PDF)
- Measures to Promote Hydro Power Sector (PDF)
- Exemption and Revised Basin Study Recommendations (PDF)
Eligibility Criteria
Different schemes have different eligibility criteria based on:
- Project Type: Flood moderation, storage, run-of-river projects
- Capacity Range: Small, medium, or large hydroelectric projects
- Developer Category: NHPC, NEEPCO, private developers, state corporations
- Basin Location: Specific basin assignments and priorities
- Environmental Status: Environmental clearance and compliance requirements
Application Process
- Project Proposal Submission: Developers submit detailed project proposals
- Technical Evaluation: Department conducts technical and financial assessment
- Environmental Screening: Environmental Impact Assessment and Forest Clearance process
- Scheme Matching: Appropriate scheme identified based on project characteristics
- Approval: Department Commissioner approves and funds allocation notified
- Implementation: Developer proceeds with project development and monitoring
Contact for Scheme Information
For inquiries regarding specific schemes:
Commissioner, Department of Hydropower Development Email: commrdhpd.arn@gmail.com Phone: 8731931119 (PIO)
Civil Secretariat, Itanagar - 791111 Arunachal Pradesh, India
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