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NHPC Limited has commenced commercial operation of Unit #3 (250 MW) of the Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project, Assam/Arunachal Pradesh, effective February 1, 2026. With Units #2 and #3 now operational, the project has achieved 500 MW capacity, marking a significant step toward its planned 2000 MW output.
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NHPC Limited, India’s leading hydropower company, has announced the commercial operation of Unit #3 of the Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project. This milestone strengthens the country’s renewable energy infrastructure and enhances power availability in the Northeast region.
Key Highlights
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Unit #3, with a capacity of 250 MW, began commercial operation from 00:00 hours on February 1, 2026
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The Subansiri Lower HE Project is designed for a total capacity of 2000 MW, comprising 8 units of 250 MW each
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With Units #2 and #3 now operational, the project has achieved 500 MW of installed capacity
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The commissioning of remaining units will be announced progressively, ensuring phased integration into the grid
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The project is expected to play a pivotal role in meeting regional energy demand and supporting India’s renewable energy goals
Sources: NHPC Limited, Press Release
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