J&K hydro projects gain steam after Indus Water Treaty put on hold

With the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan kept in abeyance, India is moving forward on four key hydropower and reservoir projects in Jammu & Kashmir, aiming to boost storage and power capacity on the Chenab and Jhelum rivers.

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These projects include the 930 MW Kirthai 2, Tulbul barrage and navigation project, 240 MW Uri I - Stage II, and 2x130 Dulhasti Stage II.

"After the IWT episode (abeyance of Indus Water Treaty), four projects have already gained momentum, Kirthai 2, Uri I Stage II, Dulhasti Stage II and Tulbul project. Other key projects such as Sawalkot are also expected to see movement soon," said a person in the know of the developments.