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New Indian Express
a day ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Himanta Sarma harps on threat to identity; Arunachal CM pushes for green energy
GUWAHATI: The Northeast celebrated the 79th Independence Day despite calls from militant groups ULFA-Independent and the Yung Aung faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland to boycott the event. The celebrations passed off peacefully, except for a petrol bomb attack in Shillong, Meghalaya, by motorcycle-borne miscreants in the early hours. The incident caused no damage. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma warned, 'We, the Assamese, cannot stay silent or else, we will lose our race, land and foundation in 10 years; 80 percent of our ministers will be unknown people within 15 years, and an unknown chief minister will hoist the tricolour on the I-Day after two decades.' He promised that ongoing eviction drives would continue till all government land was reclaimed. Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said, 'With unmatched natural potential, Arunachal is becoming India's green energy powerhouse. Our hydropower and critical mineral resources like graphite, limestone, and dolomite will power solar panels, batteries, and electric mobility for decades to come.' He said the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Project would be ready by May 2026, and the 2,880 MW Dibang Multipurpose Project by February 2032. Work on new hydropower projects worth Rs 2 lakh crore will begin in the next three years. 'These projects are not just about energy but also about empowerment. They will bring in over Rs 4,000 crore annually as free power to the state and Rs 750 crore to support local area development,' he said. Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio said resolving the Naga political issue remained his top priority. Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the state aspired to become a $100 billion economy by 2047, while Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha appealed to the youth to 'unleash their passion for a developed India, dream big, and shape a glorious future.'
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Arunachal to fast-track all green energy projects: Khandu
Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday said that the state is on a decade-long mission to fast-track all green energy projects, revive stalled ones, and embrace public-private partnerships. In his Independence Day speech at IG Park here, Khandu said that as the state is advancing towards 'viksit (developed) Arunachal' by 2024, the year marking 100 years of India's independence, people have to look for green energy. "With unmatched natural potential, Arunachal is becoming India's green energy powerhouse. Our hydropower and critical mineral resources like graphite, limestone, dolomite will power solar panels, batteries, and electric mobility for decades to come," he said. The CM said big projects like the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Project will be ready by May 2026 and the 2,880 Mw Dibang Multipurpose Project is on track for completion by February 2032. The Arunachal government has already declared 2025-35 as the Decade of Hydropower. "In the next 3 years alone, we will kick off work on new hydropower projects worth Rs 2 lakh crore, adding another 19 GW of capacity," Khandu said. He said these projects are not just about energy; they are about empowerment. The projects will bring in over Rs 4,000 crore annually as free power to the state and Rs 750 crore to support local area development. Every year, nearly Rs 2,000 crore in dividends will flow directly to our state. In addition to better roads, schools, etc, it will generate 30,000 direct jobs in construction and operations. On the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), which has faced stiff opposition from the Adi community, the chief minister said the government is aware of the strategic significance of the project- both India's water and national security. "The government is also mindful and appreciative of the concerns that have been raised by some of our Adi brothers and sisters. We have been holding detailed consultations with people of all the likely affected areas to allay these concerns," he said. Thanking the people of Riga and Riew villages in Siang district for signing the MoU for support of the pre-feasibility report of the SUMP, Khandu said, "I assure the people of the Siang region that the government remains committed to holding detailed consultations in future as well." He said Arunachal has already secured issuance of 16,326 carbon credits in 2023-24 due to its immense hydropower potential. Arunachal is in advanced stages of approval of an additional 7,275 carbon credits in 2024-25. Each carbon credit represents the reduction of 1,000 kilograms of carbon emissions - a testament to the government's tangible contribution towards reducing the global carbon footprint. These efforts, Khandu said, are not only critical for the environment but also open up new economic opportunities for our people - especially for our youth, entrepreneurs, and local communities. To this end, the CM said, the government is creating the Arunachal Pradesh Energy Vision and Action Plan 2047 with clear targets for the next 5, 10, and 22 years. Green energy will be our strength, our export, and our identity. PTI
News18
2 days ago
- Business
- News18
Arunachal to fast-track all green energy projects: Khandu
Itanagar, Aug 15 (PTI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday said that the state is on a decade-long mission to fast-track all green energy projects, revive stalled ones, and embrace public-private partnerships. In his Independence Day speech at IG Park here, Khandu said that as the state is advancing towards 'viksit (developed) Arunachal' by 2024, the year marking 100 years of India's independence, people have to look for green energy. 'With unmatched natural potential, Arunachal is becoming India's green energy powerhouse. Our hydropower and critical mineral resources like graphite, limestone, dolomite will power solar panels, batteries, and electric mobility for decades to come," he said. The CM said big projects like the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Project will be ready by May 2026 and the 2,880 Mw Dibang Multipurpose Project is on track for completion by February 2032. The Arunachal government has already declared 2025-35 as the Decade of Hydropower. 'In the next 3 years alone, we will kick off work on new hydropower projects worth Rs 2 lakh crore, adding another 19 GW of capacity," Khandu said. He said these projects are not just about energy; they are about empowerment. The projects will bring in over Rs 4,000 crore annually as free power to the state and Rs 750 crore to support local area development. Every year, nearly Rs 2,000 crore in dividends will flow directly to our state. In addition to better roads, schools, etc, it will generate 30,000 direct jobs in construction and operations. On the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), which has faced stiff opposition from the Adi community, the chief minister said the government is aware of the strategic significance of the project- both India's water and national security. 'The government is also mindful and appreciative of the concerns that have been raised by some of our Adi brothers and sisters. We have been holding detailed consultations with people of all the likely affected areas to allay these concerns," he said. Thanking the people of Riga and Riew villages in Siang district for signing the MoU for support of the pre-feasibility report of the SUMP, Khandu said, 'I assure the people of the Siang region that the government remains committed to holding detailed consultations in future as well." He said Arunachal has already secured issuance of 16,326 carbon credits in 2023-24 due to its immense hydropower potential. Arunachal is in advanced stages of approval of an additional 7,275 carbon credits in 2024-25. Each carbon credit represents the reduction of 1,000 kilograms of carbon emissions – a testament to the government's tangible contribution towards reducing the global carbon footprint. These efforts, Khandu said, are not only critical for the environment but also open up new economic opportunities for our people – especially for our youth, entrepreneurs, and local communities. To this end, the CM said, the government is creating the Arunachal Pradesh Energy Vision and Action Plan 2047 with clear targets for the next 5, 10, and 22 years. Green energy will be our strength, our export, and our identity. PTI CORR NN view comments First Published: August 15, 2025, 16:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
