8JUNE, 2025SJVN SIGNS POWER PACT WITH DVC FOR 200 MW FROM NEPAL HYDRO PROJECTADANI GROUP TO INVEST RS 20,000 CRORE IN NORTHEAST INDIATo improve regional energy reliability and advance sharing across borders, the state-owned SJVN has finalized a deal with Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), under which it will provide 200 MW of electricity from its Arun-III Hydro Electric Project in Nepal. By signing this agreement, both SJVN CMD Bhupender Gupta and DVC Executive Director Sanjeev Srivastava have pointed to increased efforts by India and Nepal to use clean energy together.The Arun-III Hydro Electric Project is being developed in the Sankhuwasabha District of Nepal by SJVN, through its subsidiary, SJVN Arun-3 Power Development Company (SAPDC). Upon completion in 2027-28, the project will provide 900 MW of renewable and clean energy.The aim of this project is to produce hydroelectric energy from the Arun, meet rising electric demand and support the development of the area using sustainable practices. "The Power Sale Agreement with DVC was signed on Friday in the presence of SJVN CMD Bhupender Gupta and DVC Executive Director Sanjeev Srivastava," SJVN stated in an official release. The Arun-III project plays a major part in energy trade with nearby countries and regional partnership, helping SJVN move forward with India's clean energy policies and developing cooperation with Nepal. The Adani Group is set to announce a Rs 20,000 crore investment in Northeast India at the Rising Northeast Investors Summit, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi today. The summit, held on Friday and Saturday, aims to position the region as a hub of opportunity, uniting investors, policymakers, and stakeholders.Adani's plan puts energy front and center, with a giant 3200 MW thermal power plant in Assam as the star of the show. They're also gearing up to boost power transmission and dive into greener options like solar and nuclear energy, showing they're serious about sustainability while keeping up with the region's growing energy demands.Buzz is that Adani, alongside heavy-hitters like Reliance--who are ready to share their own plans for Jio and Retail--is pumped to tap into the Northeast's hidden opportunities. The region's already stealing the show, with the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region raking in Rs 4.22 lakh crore in investment proposals through global roadshows.Just last February, Adani and Reliance pledged Rs 50,000 crore to Assam, with Tata tossing in Rs 27,000 crore, proving the Northeast is the place to be. Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia called it a key piece of India's growth puzzle at the summit.Adani's investment is expected to spark new jobs and spruce up infrastructure, giving the Northeast a major economic lift. With big players and supportive government policies in the game, the region's headed for a total transformation. TOP STORIES· SJVN to supply 200 MW to DVC from Nepal's Arun-III Hydro Project, boosting India-Nepal energy ties.· The 900 MW project will generate renewable power by 2027-28, meeting growing demand sustainably.· Arun-III strengthens cross-border cooperation and supports India's clean energy goals.
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