Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav is scheduled to chair a Destination Cabinet meeting at Gandhi Sagar in Mandsaur district on November 18, 2026. The meeting is part of the state government’s initiative to organise Cabinet sessions at locations associated with important development projects and regional attractions.
The proposed meeting will bring attention to the Gandhi Sagar Pumped Hydro Storage Project, a major energy infrastructure project being developed by Greenko Group at an estimated investment of ₹11,500 crore.
With a planned capacity of 1,920 MW, the project is described as one of India’s largest standalone pumped hydro storage projects under construction.
₹11,500-Crore Gandhi Sagar Pumped Hydro Project
The project is being developed in the Khemala block of Rampura tehsil in Neemuch district, across approximately 414 hectares.
It will use two reservoirs for its operation:
- Lower reservoir: The existing Gandhi Sagar reservoir.
- Upper reservoir: A newly constructed reservoir developed by Greenko Group.
The facility is designed to store energy by pumping water from the lower reservoir to the upper reservoir when surplus electricity is available. During periods of higher electricity demand, the stored water will be released to generate power.
How the Pumped Storage System Will Work
The project will use surplus electricity from renewable sources, particularly solar and wind power, to pump water to the upper reservoir.
During peak-demand hours, water will be released back towards the lower reservoir through turbines to generate electricity.
This system allows the same water to be used repeatedly for energy storage and power generation, rather than requiring continuous fresh water consumption for the storage cycle.
The project will have nine turbines and is designed to generate approximately 3,580 million units of electricity annually, according to the information provided by the state government.
Employment During Construction and Operation
The project is also expected to generate employment at different stages.
According to the government information:
- Approximately 4,000 people have received employment during the construction phase.
- Around 200 people are expected to receive permanent employment during the operational phase.
The project is intended to support renewable energy integration by storing surplus solar and wind power and making electricity available during periods of higher demand.
Destination Cabinet Initiative in Madhya Pradesh
The November 18 meeting at Gandhi Sagar will be another Cabinet session organised outside the state capital under the Destination Cabinet initiative.
The initiative involves holding Cabinet meetings at different locations across Madhya Pradesh, bringing attention to regional development projects and local areas.
The Gandhi Sagar meeting is expected to place the spotlight on the pumped hydro storage project and its role in the state’s energy infrastructure plans.
