**Executive Summary**
Shri Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, visited Jammu and Kashmir to review NHPC hydroelectric projects. The two-day visit included inspections of projects in Reasi, Ramban, and Kishtwar districts, with a focus on progress and timely execution of works. The visit occurred around January 4, 2026.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Project Reviews:**
* Reviewed Salal, Sawalkot, and Ratle hydroelectric projects.
* Visited NHPC's Salal Power Project.
* Conducted an aerial inspection of the Sawalkot Hydroelectric Project (1856 MW).
* Visited the Ratle Hydroelectric Project and laid the foundation stone for the dam concreting works.
* **Directives & Actions:**
* Directed NHPC to expedite sediment removal operations of the Salal reservoir.
* Undertook a plantation drive at the Salal Power Station.
* Held discussions with local administration and senior officials to ensure coordinated efforts for timely execution of works.
* **Salal Power Station:**
* Located on the Chenab River in Reasi district.
* Undertaking sediment removal works following the termination of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT).
* Aims to remove accumulated silt and maximize optimal utilization of water resources.
**Impact Analysis**
**NHPC (National Hydroelectric Power Corporation)**
* **Impact:** NHPC is responsible for implementing the directives regarding sediment removal at the Salal reservoir and ensuring the timely execution of the hydroelectric projects.
* **Action Required:** Expedite sediment removal operations at the Salal reservoir and ensure effective and time-bound completion of project works.
**Local Administration and Senior Officials**
* **Impact:** They are responsible for coordinating efforts to ensure the timely execution of works.
* **Action Required:** Coordinate efforts with NHPC and other departments to ensure the smooth and timely progress of the hydroelectric projects.
**Government of India (Ministry of Power)**
* **Impact:** Responsible for the progress and oversight of NHPC hydroelectric projects.
* **Action Required:** Monitor progress and ensure the efficient allocation of resources for the completion of the projects.
Key Entities Referenced
NHPC: The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation, responsible for developing hydroelectric projects in Jammu & Kashmir.
Jammu and Kashmir: The Union Territory where the hydroelectric projects are located and the focus of the minister's visit.
Ministry of Power: The ministry under which the hydroelectric projects fall, and the minister responsible for the visit.
Salal Power Project: A specific hydroelectric project visited during the review.
Indus Waters Treaty (IWT): The treaty that influences sediment removal operations at the Salal Power Station.
Ministry of Power
POWER MINISTER ON A TWO-DAY VISIT TO
JAMMU AND KASHMIR TO REVIEW
HYDROELECTRIC PROJECTS
REVIEWS SALAL, SAWALKOT AND RATLE PROJECTS ON
DAY 1
प्रव तथ: 04 JAN 2026 6:27PM by PIB Delhi
Shri Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, accompanied by Shri Pankaj
Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Ministry of Power, Government of India, arrived in Jammu earlier today to
review the NHPC hydroelectric projects in the Union Territory of J&K.
Shri Bhupendra Gupta, CMD, NHPC briefed the Minister on the progress of various NHPC Hydroelectric
projects located in Jammu & Kashmir. The two-day visit includes inspections of projects located in Reasi,
Ramban and Kishtwar districts.
Today, Sh. Manohar Lal visited NHPC’s Salal Power Project, where he was apprised of the ongoing
works. He directed NHPC to expedite the sediment removal operations of the Salal reservoir. It is
pertinent to mention that the Salal Power Station, located on the Chenab River in Reasi district, is
undertaking sediment removal works following the termination of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), aimed
at removing accumulated silt and maximizing optimal utilization of water resources.During the visit to the Salal Power Station, the Minister also undertook a plantation drive within the power
station premises, underscoring the Government’s commitment to environmental conservation and
sustainable development. He also held discussions with the local administration and senior officials of
various concerned departments to ensure coordinated efforts for timely execution of works.
Enroute to Kishtwar, Sh. Manohar Lal conducted an aerial inspection of the Sawalkot Hydroelectric
Project (1856 MW).
Upon arrival in Kishtwar, he visited the Ratle Hydroelectric Project, where he laid the foundation stone for
the dam concreting works and encouraged the project team to complete the works in an effective and time-
bound manner.
PHOTOS: Ratle Hydroelectric Project, Kishtwar
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