(a) whether the Government have any plans to provide subsidy for setting up of Durgadwani mini hydel project in West Bengal;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) if not, the reasons therefor; and
(d) the progress made so far, for the setting up of the project?
MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF NON-CONVENTIONAL ENERGY SOURCES (SHRI M. KANNAPPAN)
(a) to (d) The Government have provided financial support for the preparation of Detailed Project Report (DPR) for a 3 MW capacity tidal power project at Durgadwani Creek in Sundarban, West Bengal. The DPR has been prepared and thereafter, reviewed by a Committee of Experts. The proposal is under process for getting necessary clearances and approvals at different levels. The provision of subsidy/grant for this project will be examined after necessary approvals are obtained.