Lucknow: In a significant development for India’s renewable energy sector, NHPC Limited and Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited have signed a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for electricity procurement from the upcoming 260 MW Dulhasti Stage-II Hydroelectric Project in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district.
The agreement was formally signed on June 24, 2026, in Lucknow, marking a strategic collaboration aimed at strengthening clean energy availability and ensuring long-term power security for Uttar Pradesh.
40-Year Power Supply Commitment from Hydroelectric Project
The Power Purchase Agreement covers the supply of electricity from the 260 MW Dulhasti Stage-II Hydroelectric Project for a duration of 40 years from its Commercial Operation Date (COD).
This long-term arrangement ensures:
- Stable and reliable renewable power supply for Uttar Pradesh
- Long-term energy security through hydropower
- Reduced dependence on fossil-fuel-based electricity
- Strengthening of India’s clean energy transition goals
The agreement highlights the growing importance of hydroelectric power in balancing India’s renewable energy mix.
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Strategic Project in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar District
The Dulhasti Stage-II Hydroelectric Project, with an installed capacity of 260 MW, is located in the Kishtwar district of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Once operational, the project is expected to:
- Significantly boost India’s hydropower generation capacity
- Contribute to low-carbon and sustainable electricity production
- Improve energy availability in northern India
- Support rising electricity demand in Uttar Pradesh
The project is part of broader efforts to harness Himalayan river systems for renewable energy development.
Strengthening India’s Renewable Energy Transition
This agreement represents another milestone in India’s ongoing push toward green energy expansion. With increasing electricity demand and a national focus on decarbonization, long-term PPAs like this play a crucial role in ensuring investment stability and infrastructure growth.
The collaboration between NHPC and UPPCL is expected to:
- Encourage further hydroelectric investments
- Enhance grid stability through renewable sources
- Support India’s climate and sustainability targets
- Provide long-term pricing and supply certainty
Officials Present at Signing Ceremony
The PPA was signed by the General Manager (Commercial) of NHPC and the Chief Engineer (PPA) of UPPCL. Senior officials from both organizations were also present during the signing ceremony in Lucknow, underlining the importance of the agreement.
About NHPC Limited
NHPC Limited is one of India’s leading public sector enterprises in the hydropower sector. The company plays a key role in developing, operating, and managing hydroelectric projects across the country. With a growing renewable energy portfolio, NHPC continues to support India’s transition toward clean, sustainable, and reliable power generation through large-scale hydroelectric infrastructure.
