Shimla: Himachal governor Kavinder Gupta on Thursday visited the 1,500-megawatt (MW) Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station (NJHPS) spanning across Kinnaur and Shimla districts, operated by Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Limited, and reviewed its functioning, operational efficiency and contribution to the country’s energy infrastructure.During the visit, NJHPS chief general manager and head of project Rajeev Kapoor briefed the governor on the project’s power generation capacity, operational achievements and technological advancements. He informed the governor that several critical components and sophisticated equipment previously imported for hydropower projects were now being manufactured indigenously, reflecting India’s growing technological capabilities.Gupta appreciated the progress, saying initiatives such as Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, were strengthening domestic manufacturing and reducing dependence on imports. Describing hydropower as vital to India’s clean energy future, he said Himachal Pradesh had immense potential to strengthen national energy security and promote sustainable development. Governor said projects like Nathpa Jhakri would play a crucial role in meeting rising energy requirements and achieving the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. He also appreciated the project team’s efforts towards operational excellence, safety and environmental protection.
