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♤ An estimated 5,415 sites of small hydro have been identified with a potential of around 19,750 MW.
♤ River based projects in the Himalayan states and irrigation canals in other states have massive potential for development of Small Hydro Projects.
♤ According to the XIIth five year plan targets, capacity addition from Small Hydro Projects is targeted at
2.1 GW in 2011-17 period.
♤ The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is encouraging development of Small Hydro Projects in both the public and private sector and aims to exploit at least 50% of the current potential in the next 10 years.