The Koldam Hydroelectric Power Project is located on the Sutlej River in Himachal Pradesh.

It is an important hydropower project in the Himalayan river system.

Key Pointers

  • Category: Geography / Energy
  • River: Sutlej
  • State: Himachal Pradesh
  • Hydroelectric power project.
  • Uses the energy potential of Himalayan rivers.
  • Hydropower is a renewable source of electricity, although large projects can have environmental and social impacts.
  • Relevant issues:
    • River ecology
    • Sedimentation
    • Landslides
    • Rehabilitation
    • Downstream flow

Prelims Focus: Koldam → Sutlej → Himachal Pradesh.