Hydropower generation in Jammu Kashmir dips by nearly 45 percent

With the onset of winter, local hydro power generation in Jammu Kashmir has dipped sharply by nearly 45 percent, according to official sources.

Top officials informed that the region’s hydel power output from local plants has reduced by around 500 Megawatts (MW). “As of now, on an average, we are generating nearly 500–600 MW of power. From the Baglihar power project, we are on an average generating nearly 300 MWs. This too depends on the functioning of machines,” an official said.

During the summer peak season, Jammu and Kashmir was generating over 1100 MWs of electricity from its total installed generation capacity of 1197.4 MW. The official added that the reduction is primarily due to low water levels as temperatures drop, affecting water inflows that power the turbines.

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