TATO-II HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT

Current Context : The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved an investment proposal worth ₹8,146.21 crore for the construction of the 700 MW Tato-II Hydro Electric Project in Shi Yomi district, Arunachal Pradesh.

ABOUT TATO-II HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT

• Location: Siyom River, Shi Yomi district, Arunachal Pradesh
• Type: Run-of-river hydroelectric project
• Capacity: Total 700 MW (4 turbines × 175 MW each)
• Hydro Reservoir Capacity: 56 million cubic meters
• Expected Annual Generation: 2,738.06 million units of energy
• Benefits:
  • Improves power supply in Arunachal Pradesh
  • Helps balance the national grid
• State Benefits:
  • 12% free power to Arunachal Pradesh
  • Additional 1% for Local Area Development Fund (LADF)
• Implementation: Joint venture between NEEPCO and Government of Arunachal Pradesh