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Sarikah Atreya

Gangtok, Sept. 13 NHPC Ltd has sought the help of the Sikkim Government for expeditious completion of two mega power projects undertaken by it in the State.

The matter was taken up by Mr S.K. Garg, Chairman and Managing Director, NHPC, when he called upon the Governor, Mr B.P. Singh, and the Chief Minister, Mr Pawan Chamling, here on Thursday.

During his meeting with the Chief Minister, Mr Garg mentioned about the delays in the 520 MW Teesta Stage IV in east Sikkim and the 210-MW Lachen hydro power project in north Sikkim. Both the projects are in the initial stages of execution.

NHPC sought the help of the Sikkim Government for speedy completion of balance investigation works to obtain early Techno Economic and other statutory clearances.

According to a press note, the Chief Minister assured to look into the matter.

During the meetings, Mr Garg also discussed the power scenario, particularly the hydro power development in the country as well as in Sikkim.

The NHPC has ‘assured’ the State Government that it will “continue” to take care of local interests and assist the State Government in other developmental and welfare works.

Mr Garg was accompanied by Mr S. Roy, Executive Director, (R-III), Kolkata, and Mr D. Chattopadhyay, Chief Engineer (In-charge) of Teesta-V Power Station during the meetings.

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