Construction Industry News
The government of Meghalaya has signed an agreement with North Eastern Electric Power Corporation for the development of two hydel projects in the state.
The agreement for the development of 50 megawatt Wah Umiam Hydro Electric Project Stage-I and 100-MW Wah Umiam Hydro Electric Project Stage-II was signed between the two parties. Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong, State Power Department Joint Secretary DD Shira and NEEPCO Director (Staff) Anil Kumar attended the program.
Tynsong, who is in charge of state power, said revival is the biggest problem facing Meghalaya.
The state currently has a capacity to produce only 350 MW of power while the requirement is 650 MW. According to the Deputy Prime Minister, Meghalaya produces less than 250 MW of power, although it has the potential to generate 3,000 MW.
