Hydroelectric shutdown sparks electricity shortages across Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir is experiencing power cuts after the 450 MW Baglihar stage-I and Salal hydro plants were closed for silt-flushing, leaving Baglihar offline for a week.
Key hydroelectric facilities in the region, notably the 450 MW Baglihar stage-I in Ramban district and the Salal project, have been halted for sediment removal. Silt accumulation at Baglihar's gates has delayed its restart, keeping the plant out of service for a week. The closures have triggered unscheduled outages and broader electricity shortages throughout Jammu & Kashmir.
Why it matters
The outage reduces electricity availability for households and businesses in Jammu & Kashmir, affecting daily life and the local economy.
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