Patel Engineering Limited has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh for the restoration and development of the 144 MW Gongri Hydropower Project in West Kameng District. The project, located near Dirang town on the Gongri river, a tributary of the Bichom river in the Kameng basin, was previously terminated but has now been revived under the Arunachal Pradesh Restoration of Terminated Large Hydropower Policy under Special Circumstances, 2025. The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet recently approved the revival, making Gongri HEP the first project reinstated under this framework, the company stated.
The total estimated project cost is ₹1,700 crore, with a projected construction timeline of around four years. The project will be developed on a Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) basis with a lease period of 40 years, after which ownership and operational control will be transferred to the Government of Arunachal Pradesh.
Under the MoU, Patel Engineering will manage the entire lifecycle of the project, including preparing and validating the Detailed Project Report (DPR), designing and engineering the hydroelectric system, and procuring all necessary electro-mechanical equipment. The scope also includes the construction of the dam, powerhouse, and associated civil structures, along with the installation and commissioning of turbines and generators. Additionally, the project will involve developing transmission infrastructure for grid connectivity and ensuring efficient operation and maintenance post-commissioning.
Commenting on the development, Kavita Shirvaikar, Managing Director of Patel Engineering, said: “We are proud to partner with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh in reviving the Gongri Hydroelectric Project. This collaboration underscores our commitment to renewable energy and sustainable development. The project will harness the immense hydro potential of the region while ensuring socio-economic benefits for local communities.”
The revival of Gongri HEP aligns with Arunachal Pradesh’s vision for a Decade of Hydropower, aimed at positioning the sector as a key contributor to the state’s economy. Hydropower projects like Gongri are expected to generate clean energy, create employment opportunities, improve local infrastructure, and contribute to sustainable regional development, the company added.
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