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Torrent Power Karjat project: Allegations of power diversion and political links

Steady: 1 in the last 7 days Updated friday

The latest in this situation

  1. Allegations surface that Karjat project power is being diverted to Gujarat.
  2. The Torrent Power hydro-energy project in Karjat, Raigad, is now linked to political figures including Raj Thackeray and MNS.
  3. Torrent Power plans a hydroelectric project in Raigad district, Maharashtra, amid allegations of tree felling.

How it started

Torrent Power Hydro Project in Raigad Faces Environmental Controversy

1 report, 1 independent, last reported Oct 24. The briefing below covers this first event.

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What happened

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Torrent Power plans a 3,000 MW pumped-storage hydroelectric project in the Saidongar area of Karjat taluka, Raigad district, Maharashtra. The project, estimated to cost approximately ₹13,500 crore, requires about 370 hectares of land, including forest land. Environmental activists have raised concerns because reports indicate trees were cut in the proposed submergence area. These activists question whether proper permissions were obtained before the tree felling began.

From trak.in

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The project is designed to support grid stability and renewable energy integration. However, the controversy over permissions and land use challenges the regulatory oversight of the Maharashtra Forest Department. The project's timeline and approval are now subject to political and environmental scrutiny.

From trak.in

Who's involved

  • Torrent PowerPlans the 3,000 MW pumped-storage hydroelectric project in Raigad district.
  • Raigad districtThe district in Maharashtra where Torrent Power plans to execute the project.
  • MaharashtraThe state where the project is planned and where the controversy is occurring.
  • Maharashtra Forest DepartmentThe state department whose oversight of forest land is questioned regarding the project.
  • Government of MaharashtraThe state government whose approval and regulatory processes are relevant to the project.

How it developed

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  1. The Torrent Power hydro-energy project in Karjat, Raigad, is now linked to political figures including Raj Thackeray and MNS.Sub-event
  2. Torrent Power plans a hydroelectric project in Raigad, facing tree felling allegations.1 source

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