Patel Engineering Signs ₹1,700 Cr MoU for 144 MW Arunachal Hydropower Project
Patel Engineering signed an MoU with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to develop the 144 MW Gongri Hydropower Project. The project value is estimated at ₹1,700 crores and is expected to take around 4 years to complete. This initiative is part of Arunachal Pradesh's 'Decade of Hydropower' vision.
The project involves a significant investment of ₹1,700 crores and a long-term BOOT arrangement, indicating a major development for Patel Engineering's future revenue and operations.
The announcement details a significant new project for Patel Engineering, involving a substantial investment and a strategic partnership, which is positive for the company's growth prospects.
Patel Engineering Limited (PEL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh for the restoration and development of the 144 MW Gongri Hydropower Project in West Kameng District. This project, located on the Gongri river, is being revived under a special state policy and represents the first project to be restored under this framework.
The estimated total project value is ₹1,700 crores, with an expected completion timeline of approximately four years. The Gongri HEP aligns with Arunachal Pradesh's vision to boost its hydropower sector and contribute significantly to the state's economy. The project is expected to generate clean energy, create employment opportunities, and improve local infrastructure.
Under the terms of the MoU, Patel Engineering will manage the entire project lifecycle, including preparing the Detailed Project Report (DPR), design and engineering, procurement of electro-mechanical equipment, construction of the dam and powerhouse, and installation and commissioning. The project will be implemented on a Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) basis for a 40-year lease period, after which ownership will transfer to the Arunachal Pradesh government.
Ms. Kavita Shirvaikar, Managing Director of Patel Engineering, expressed pride in partnering with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting the company's commitment to renewable energy and sustainable development. The company, established in 1949, has a strong track record in hydropower, tunneling, and irrigation projects, having completed over 85 dams and 40 hydroelectric projects.
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