Question : POWER PROJECTS IN NEPAL



(a) whether the SatlujJal Vidyut Nigam Limited (SJVNL) proposes to set up power projects in Nepal;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) the estimated cost of project; and

(d) the time by which the project is likely to be completed?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF POWER (SHRI K.C. VENUGOPAL)

(a) to (d): SJVN Limited (SJVNL) is proposing to set up Arun-III Hydro Electric Project (900 MW) in Sankhuwasabha District of Nepal. The estimated cost of the project is Rs.5,139.88 crores at May, 2010 Price Level including Interest During Construction (IDC) of Rs.929.86 Crores. The Project is likely to be completed in 7.5 years including 2.5 years for development of infrastructural facilities.