Patel Engineering Limited has inked a MoU with the Arunachal Pradesh government for the restoration and development of the 144 MW Gongri hydropower project. Situated near the Dirang town on the Gongri river, the project was earlier terminated but has now been revived under the Arunachal Pradesh Restoration of Terminated Large Hydropower Policy under Special Circumstances, 2025.
According to the MoU, the scope of work consists of preparing and validating the detailed project report, designing and engineering the hydroelectric system, and procuring all necessary electro-mechanical equipment. It also encompasses the construction of the dam, powerhouse, and associated civil structures, along with the installation and commissioning of turbines and generators. Furthermore, the scope also covers the development of transmission infrastructure for grid connectivity and ensuring efficient operation and maintenance post-commissioning.
The project will be developed under a build–own–operate–transfer model with a lease tenure of 40 years. After the lease period, ownership and operational control will be transferred to the government of Arunachal Pradesh. The total project cost is estimated at Rs 17 billion, with construction expected to be completed over a period of around four years.
