J&K CM Omar Abdullah Reviews Draft Hydropower Policy 2026

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited the Hydropower Policy Review Committee in Srinagar to assess the 2026 draft. He met with senior officials from the Department of Energy and the Water Resources Board to discuss feasibility and funding. The policy aims to harness the region’s river potential, targeting an additional 5,000 MW of capacity by 2035. Abdullah emphasized the need for environmental safeguards and local community involvement. The government plans to finalize the policy after incorporating stakeholder feedback.