Energy Superhighway: Modi Govt Greenlights Rs 20,773 Crore Ladakh-Haryana Transmission Line For Harnessing 13 GW Solar Power

The Indian government has given the green light for a major project worth Rs 20,773.70 crore, as reported by NDTV.

The project entails creating a transmission line to carry solar power from a huge 13 GW renewable energy project in Ladakh to Haryana's Kaithal.

This ambitious plan was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Independence Day (15 August) speech.

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy did extensive surveys and made a plan to set up a 13 GW renewable energy capacity in Ladakh, including a 12 GWh battery energy storage system.

The Green Energy Corridor Phase-II — Inter-State Transmission System for the 13 GW renewable energy project in Ladakh, has got approval from the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs.

This project, estimated to cost Rs 20,773.70 crore and with 40 per cent central financial assistance of Rs 8,309.48 crore, is expected to be completed by 2029-30.

To make the power flow smoothly, a transmission line will pass through Himachal Pradesh and Punjab, reaching Kaithal in Haryana, where it connects to the national grid.

There are also plans to link the project in Leh to the existing Ladakh grid, ensuring a reliable power supply for the region.

Additionally, it will connect to the Leh-Alusteng-Srinagar line, which aids power distribution in Jammu and Kashmir.

It involves installing 713 km of transmission lines, including a 480 km High-voltage direct current (HVDC) line, with HVDC terminals in Pang and Kaithal.

The project aligns with India's goal of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel electricity capacity by 2030 and offers employment opportunities, particularly in Ladakh.