Speed up hydroelectric projects in Kishtwar, says Union Minister
The Statesman Delhi|December 22, 2024
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, on Saturday called for expediting the speed of ongoing hydroelectric power projects in the Kishtwar district, saying that these plants will generate an estimated capacity of 8,000 MW thus enabling J&K to emerge as the biggest power hub of North India.
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He was speaking while chairing the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee Meeting (DISHA) with the entire district administration. Deputy Commissioner, Rajesh Kumar Shavan, local MLAs and representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) besides district officers attended the meeting.

The Union Minister called upon the National Hydro Power Corporation (NHPC) to undertake capacity building of local unskilled labour to increase their employability for projects requiring specific skills and specialised training.

Reviewing the status of projects aimed at boosting connectivity in the district, he called for expediting the construction of a full-fledged airstrip in the district under Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN). The facility aims to improve connectivity for the population living in tough terrain.

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