NHPC and BHEL join hands for overseas hydroelectric projects

NHPC Ltd, the hydroelectric power developer, and Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), the manufacturer of heavy electrical equipment, have agreed for joint development of hydroelectric projects in overseas markets.

“The company has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with BHEL for undertaking of hydropower projects in overseas markets,” said NHPC in a BSE filing on July 21, 2016. According to the MoU, NHPC will handle the civil engineering work of the projects, while BHEL will look after the electro mechanical package.

Presently, NHPC is engaged in the construction of five projects aggregating to a total installed capacity of 4290 MW including 1000 MW (Pakal Dul HE Project) being executed through JV company. Ten projects of 7151 MW are awaiting clearances and government approval for their implementation including three projects of 1186 MW to be executed through subsidiary/joint venture companies.

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