(a) the estimated power generation potential from the tidel waves in the country at present;
(b) whether the Government proposes to augment its potential during the years 2005-2006; and
(c) if so, the steps taken by the Government in this regard?
(a) the estimated power generation potential from the tidel waves in the country at present;
(b) whether the Government proposes to augment its potential during the years 2005-2006; and
(c) if so, the steps taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF NON-CONVENTIONAL ENERGY SOURCES (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) (SHRI VILAS MUTTEMWAR)
(a): Over 15,000 MW of tidal power potential has been estimated in the country at Gulf of Kachchh & Gulf of Cambay in Gujarat and Durgaduani creek in Sundarbans in West Bengal.
(b)& (c): No, Sir. However, the Government has provided financial support for the preparation of the Detailed Project Report and Environmental Impact Assessment Study for a 3.6 MW demonstration Tidal Power Project at Durgaduani, Sundarbans, West Bengal.