{"id":61224,"date":"2025-05-16T07:10:12","date_gmt":"2025-05-16T07:10:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/earlypostdaily.com\/?p=61224"},"modified":"2025-05-16T07:10:12","modified_gmt":"2025-05-16T07:10:12","slug":"chief-secretary-atal-dulloo-reviews-progress-of-major-hydroelectric-projects-in-kishtwar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/earlypostdaily.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/16\/chief-secretary-atal-dulloo-reviews-progress-of-major-hydroelectric-projects-in-kishtwar\/","title":{"rendered":"Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo Reviews Progress of Major Hydroelectric Projects in Kishtwar"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kishtwar, J&K<\/strong> \u2013 In a significant push toward strengthening Jammu and Kashmir\u2019s power infrastructure, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo<\/strong> on Monday conducted a comprehensive inspection of the ongoing works and operational readiness of two key hydroelectric projects \u2014 the 850 MW Rattle Hydroelectric Power Project<\/strong> and the 390 MW Dul Hasti Hydroelectric Power Station<\/strong> in Kishtwar district<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Accompanied by H. Rajesh Prasad<\/strong>, Principal Secretary of the Power Development Department, Rahul Yadav<\/strong>, Managing Director of JKPDCL, Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Rajesh Kumar Shavan<\/strong>, and senior civil and project officials, the Chief Secretary’s visit underlined the administration\u2019s focus on energy development in the region.<\/p>\n

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Detailed Review at Rattle Project Site<\/strong><\/h3>\n

At the Rattle Hydroelectric Power Project<\/strong>, located in the Drabshalla Block<\/strong>, the Chief Secretary was given a detailed PowerPoint presentation outlining the current progress<\/strong> and operational roadmap<\/strong> for the project. He undertook a physical inspection of several key construction zones, including the Power Intake Structure<\/strong>, Coffer Dam<\/strong>, Underground Powerhouse Complex<\/strong>, and the Tail Raised Tunnel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Dulloo directed the project authorities to accelerate the pace of work<\/strong> to ensure timely completion, while also stressing the importance of maintaining high quality standards<\/strong>. He emphasized the need to proactively resolve operational hurdles<\/strong> and maintain seamless coordination<\/strong> among implementing agencies.<\/p>\n

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Operational Assessment of Dul Hasti Project<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Following his visit to Rattle, the Chief Secretary inspected the Dul Hasti Hydroelectric Power Station<\/strong>, where he interacted with the project officials to assess its operational efficiency<\/strong>. He reviewed key performance metrics and issued directives for performance optimization<\/strong>, urging officials to address all pending technical and administrative issues<\/strong> without delay.<\/p>\n

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Strategic Meeting with Power Stakeholders<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Later in the day, Dulloo chaired a strategic meeting involving senior officers of NHPC<\/strong>, Chenab Valley Power Projects Limited (CVPPL)<\/strong>, and Heads of Projects (HOPs)<\/strong> from various hydroelectric plants across Kishtwar. The discussion focused on inter-agency coordination<\/strong>, resource planning<\/strong>, and resolving issues that have hindered smooth execution in the past.<\/p>\n

\u201cHydropower development is not only crucial for meeting our energy demands but also for the economic upliftment of the region. Timely execution with quality and accountability is non-negotiable,\u201d the Chief Secretary stated during the meeting.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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A Vision for Energy Security<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Rattle and Dul Hasti projects are integral to Jammu and Kashmir\u2019s long-term power strategy, envisioned to transform the Union Territory into a power-surplus region<\/strong>. With massive potential in hydroelectric energy, the Chenab Valley<\/strong> has been earmarked as a future energy hub by both the UT and Central governments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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