Powering Odisha’s Future: ₹4,708 Cr Hydro Deal Approved!

In a major boost to clean energy and water infrastructure, the Odisha Cabinet led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has sanctioned ₹4,708.64 crore for the 600 MW Upper Indravati Pumped Storage Project at Ranibahal, Kalahandi. Awarded to Megha Engineering & Infrastructures (MEIL), the facility will serve as a large-scale grid storage unit, generating around 1,040 million units of peak power every year upon its scheduled completion in FY 2030-31. Along with this flagship energy project, the Cabinet also approved ₹450 crore for key in-stream storage and mega lift irrigation initiatives under the Water Resources Department.

News by Rahul Yelligetti.