Small Hydro Power (SHP) Development Scheme

Why in News?

Cabinet approved ₹2,584.60 crore scheme.

Key Features

• Ministry:
  MNRE
• Duration:
  FY27–FY31
• Capacity:
  1500 MW
• Eligible Projects:
  1–25 MW

Financial Assistance

North-East & Border Districts

• ₹3.6 crore/MW
  OR
• 30% project cost
  (Max ₹30 crore/project)

Other States

• ₹2.4 crore/MW
  OR
• 20% project cost
  (Max ₹20 crore/project)

Importance

• Renewable Energy
• Low Carbon Development
• Decentralized Power Generation

UPSC Keywords

• Renewable Energy
• Small Hydro
• Green Energy
• Energy Security