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Himachal Pradesh to Supply Power Worth Rs 400 crore to Rajasthan, Says CM Sukhu
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🗓 04 Nov 2026, 09:32 PM
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Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced that Himachal Pradesh will sell electricity valued at Rs 400 crore to Rajasthan, strengthening inter‑state power cooperation.
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu disclosed that the Himachal Pradesh government has finalized a power sale to the neighboring state of Rajasthan worth approximately Rs 400 crore. The transaction will be executed through the existing grid infrastructure, allowing Rajasthan to draw additional electricity to meet its seasonal demand.
The deal underscores the growing trend of inter‑state power trading in India, where surplus generation in hydro‑rich states like Himachal is leveraged to support power‑deficit regions. While the exact volume of electricity has not been disclosed, the monetary value indicates a substantial transfer.
State officials said the agreement aligns with both governments' objectives of ensuring reliable supply and optimizing resource utilization. The power will be transmitted over established transmission lines, and the revenue is expected to bolster Himachal's finances.
No further details on the duration or specific terms of the arrangement were provided at the briefing. The announcement was made during a press conference in Shimla, where the CM highlighted the importance of cooperative energy policies for regional development.
The deal underscores the growing trend of inter‑state power trading in India, where surplus generation in hydro‑rich states like Himachal is leveraged to support power‑deficit regions. While the exact volume of electricity has not been disclosed, the monetary value indicates a substantial transfer.
State officials said the agreement aligns with both governments' objectives of ensuring reliable supply and optimizing resource utilization. The power will be transmitted over established transmission lines, and the revenue is expected to bolster Himachal's finances.
No further details on the duration or specific terms of the arrangement were provided at the briefing. The announcement was made during a press conference in Shimla, where the CM highlighted the importance of cooperative energy policies for regional development.