Dasho Tshering Tobgay attends DGPC and Adani Power signing for 770 MW hydropower project
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· India's bilateral relations· Prelims·
Energy security and bilateral cooperation: a GS2 and GS3 case study on regional hydropower infrastructure.
Why in news
Bhutan's Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay attended the signing of a Shareholders Agreement between Druk Green Power Corporation Limited (DGPC) and Adani Power Limited for the 770 MW Chamkharchhu-I Hydropower Project.
Background
The project follows a May 2025 MoU and a September 2025 agreement for the 570 MW Wangchhu Hydroelectric Project. It operates on a BOOT model with a 49:51 equity partnership between DGPC and Adani Power.
Facts for Prelims
- FactChamkharchhu-I Hydropower Project capacity: 770 MW
- FactWangchhu Hydroelectric Project capacity: 570 MW
- FactDGPC installed capacity: 2,471 MW
- FactEquity partnership ratio: 49:51 (DGPC:Adani Power)
- FactDGPC target: Additional 5,500 MW capacity in the next five years
Prelims practice question
What is the capacity of the Wangchhu Hydroelectric Project mentioned in the agreement?
- (a)470 MW
- (b)670 MW
- (c)570 MW
- (d)870 MW
Show answer
Answer: (c) 570 MW — The note specifies the Wangchhu Hydroelectric Project has a capacity of 570 MW.
For Mains
Q. Examine the significance of hydropower cooperation between India and Bhutan in ensuring regional energy security and promoting carbon-negative economic models.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Energy security: Mitigating winter power shortages through increased domestic capacity
- Economic interdependence: Electricity exports as a primary revenue source for Bhutan's fiscal stability
- Climate leadership: Maintaining carbon-negative status through renewable energy infrastructure
Keywords: Energy Security · Hydropower · Carbon-negative · BOOT Model · Bilateral Cooperation
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