Dehradun: A significant step forward has been taken toward boosting hydroelectric power generation in Uttarakhand. UJVN Limited’s 72 MW Tyuni-Plasu Hydroelectric Project has received final forest clearance from the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. With this, the path has been cleared for the construction of this proposed project on the Tons River in Tyuni tehsil of Dehradun district. The project is estimated to generate approximately 29.85 crore units of electricity annually.
Expressing happiness over the final forest clearance granted to the project, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami termed it a major milestone toward making Uttarakhand self-reliant in the energy sector. He stated that there is immense potential for hydroelectric power generation in the state, and the government is committed to utilizing it properly while maintaining environmental balance.
The Chief Minister said that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the state government is continuously working to promote clean and renewable energy. The completion of the Tyuni-Plasu project will increase the state’s power generation capacity and strengthen energy security. He stated that efforts are underway to advance necessary clearances and processes related to hydroelectric projects in a time-bound manner.
UJVN Limited Managing Director Ajay Kumar Singh stated that receiving final forest clearance for the project is a major success of long-standing efforts, which will help advance construction-related works. The corporation will prioritize project works while adhering to all necessary statutory and technical procedures.
He expressed gratitude for the guidance and directives of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami for this achievement, as well as to Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan, Principal Secretary (Energy) Dr. R. Meenakshi Sundaram, and Principal Secretary (Forest and Environment) R.K. Sudhanshu. He stated that due to continuous coordination, guidance, and cooperation at the government level, this clearance could be secured.
Ajay Kumar Singh remarked that utilizing Uttarakhand’s water resources while maintaining environmental balance is vital for meeting the state’s energy needs. Clean energy production will increase through projects like Tyuni-Plasu, boosting self-reliance in the energy sector. UJVN Limited is committed to developing new hydroelectric projects and imparting momentum to ongoing projects.
