Meghalaya government has formally entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with ONGC Tripura Power Company Ltd (OTPC), signaling a strategic move to harness the abundant hydropower potential within the state.
The MOU signing ceremony, held in Shillong on January 10, convened key dignitaries, including Commissioner and Secretary of the Power Department, Sanjay Goyal, and Sanil Namboodiripad, the Managing Director of OTPC.
State Power Minister Abu Taher Mondal, present at the event, emphasized the MOU’s significance as a milestone in their commitment to unlocking Meghalaya’s hydropower potential, thereby contributing to a greener and more sustainable future.
Mondal expressed, “This MoU reflects our continued efforts to unlock Meghalaya‘s hydropower potential, committing to innovation and environmental stewardship. We aim to diversify our energy portfolio, ensuring reliability and sustainability for the long run.”
The MOU outlines ambitious objectives, encompassing the development of a Pump Storage Hydro Power Project, both large and small-scale hydroelectric power projects, and forward-thinking solutions such as floating solar projects.
An official stated, “These initiatives align with global trends in renewable energy and aim to bolster the power infrastructure in the region. The MOU establishes a robust framework for collaborative efforts, propelling Meghalaya towards a greener and more energy-efficient future.”
