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Last updated: 24 October 2026

Central Government Support Schemes

The Government of India provides budgetary support for strategic hydropower development in Arunachal Pradesh through specialized schemes addressing specific project types and infrastructure needs.

Budgetary Support for Flood Moderation and Storage HEPs

Central scheme providing financial assistance for hydroelectric projects with significant flood moderation and water storage capabilities.

Objective: Support development of multi-purpose projects that generate electricity while providing flood control, water supply, and irrigation benefits.

Scope of Support:

  • Capital investment support
  • Design and engineering assistance
  • Environmental compliance costs
  • Infrastructure development

Eligible Projects:

  • Run-of-river projects with storage capacity
  • Multi-purpose hydroelectric projects
  • Projects with flood moderation benefits
  • Strategic basin projects

Key Features:

  • Competitive bidding for concessions
  • Performance-based incentives
  • Time-bound project completion clauses
  • Environmental monitoring provisions
  • Community benefit guarantee

Document: Download Scheme Details (PDF)

Implementation: Department coordinates with Ministry of Power and central agencies

Budgetary Support for Enabling Infrastructure

Central support for essential infrastructure development required for hydropower project implementation and operation.

Infrastructure Categories Supported:

Transportation Infrastructure

  • Access roads to project sites
  • Rehabilitation roads for displaced communities
  • Inter-project connectivity roads
  • Emergency access routes

Transmission and Distribution

  • High-voltage transmission lines
  • Distribution network development
  • Substation construction
  • Grid connectivity infrastructure

Communication and Logistics

  • Project site communication systems
  • Monitoring and surveillance infrastructure
  • Weather monitoring stations
  • Supply and logistics facilities

Community Infrastructure

  • Resettlement colony development
  • Health and education facilities
  • Water supply and sanitation infrastructure
  • Market and commercial facilities

Support Mechanism:

  • Grant-based assistance for critical infrastructure
  • Loans for commercial viability infrastructure
  • Mixed finance for community projects

Approval Process:

  1. Infrastructure requirement identification
  2. Technical and financial feasibility study
  3. Department recommendation
  4. Ministry of Power approval
  5. Fund allocation and disbursement

Document: Download Scheme Details (PDF)

Implementation Status: Ongoing projects across all basins

Scheme Utilization in Arunachal Pradesh

Current Projects Benefiting

Multiple ongoing projects in various basins are receiving central support for:

  • Siang Basin: Major storage project infrastructure
  • Subansiri Basin: Transmission and access infrastructure
  • Kameng Basin: Inter-project connectivity
  • Lohit and Dibang Basin: Basic project infrastructure

Allocation Trends

Central allocations have increased over years reflecting:

  • Acceleration of project development
  • Infrastructure prioritization
  • Environmental and social mitigation focus
  • Community development emphasis

Eligibility and Application

Eligible Developers:

  • NHPC Ltd and other central PSUs
  • NEEPCO Ltd
  • Private developers with approved concessions
  • State corporations

Application Requirements:

  • Detailed project feasibility reports
  • Infrastructure requirement justification
  • Cost estimates and financial projections
  • Environmental Impact Assessments
  • Community benefit plans

Selection Criteria:

  • Project viability and readiness
  • Infrastructure necessity and adequacy
  • Cost efficiency and value for money
  • Strategic importance for state development
  • Environmental and social compliance
  • Community welfare provisions

Fund Management

Central Ministry: Ministry of Power (Government of India)

State Nodal Agency: Department of Hydropower Development

Monitoring:

  • Regular progress reviews
  • Financial accountability audits
  • Infrastructure quality checks
  • Schedule compliance monitoring

Reporting: Quarterly reports to Ministry on fund utilization and project progress

Benefits Realized

Central scheme support has enabled:

  • Infrastructure Development: Critical access and transmission infrastructure
  • Accelerated Projects: Faster project development timelines
  • Quality Standards: High-quality infrastructure meeting national standards
  • Community Development: Better resettlement and rehabilitation
  • Employment: Construction phase employment
  • Economic Growth: State revenue and investment

Contact Information

For Scheme Inquiries:

Department of Hydropower Development Commissioner's Office Email: commrdhpd[dot]arn[at]gmail[dot]com Phone: 8731931119 (PIO)

Civil Secretariat, Itanagar - 791111

Central Ministry Contact: Ministry of Power Government of India New Delhi

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