Sesawng, January 19, 2026: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma today laid the foundation stone for the 24 Megawatt Tuirini Small Hydro Electricity Power Project on the banks of the Tuirini River, marking a major step towards strengthening the state’s renewable energy capacity.
Home Minister K. Sapdanga attended the programme as Guest of Honour, while the event was chaired by Power & Electricity Minister F. Rodingliana. Minister for Information & Public Relations B. Lalchhanzova and MLA Clement Lalhmingthana also accompanied the Chief Minister.
The project will be implemented as an Externally Aided Project at a total cost of ₹676.98 crore and will be funded through a loan from the New Development Bank, Shanghai. The project is planned to be completed within five years.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister commended the dedication and commitment of the Power Minister and officials of the Power & Electricity Department in advancing Mizoram’s power generation sector. He recalled that the 10 MW Thenzawl Solar Power Plant was inaugurated last month, while a 5 MW Solar Power Plant at Sumsuih is currently under construction with around 20 per cent work completed. Both solar projects are fully owned by the Government of Mizoram.
Highlighting other major initiatives, the Chief Minister said the Tuivai Hydro Electric Project, originally planned at 210 MW, was revised to 132 MW due to sensitivities related to submergence areas in Manipur. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) has now been completed with Ernst & Young LLP engaged as Transaction Adviser, and construction will begin once financial arrangements are finalised.
He further informed that the DPR for the Tlawng Hydro Project is under review by the Central Water Commission, with geological investigation work underway and completion of the DPR expected by September 2026.
To expand solar power generation, the state has issued an Expression of Interest to private developers for setting up solar plants at five locations across Serchhip, Hnahthial, Lallen, and Lamzawl districts. In addition, 75 Village Councils have already submitted consent offering land for future solar projects.
On rooftop solar initiatives, the Chief Minister said 791 installations with a combined capacity of about 2.62 MW have been completed, supported by substantial Central and State subsidies. He also announced plans for a Pump Storage Project at Tuichang Lui near the Vankal Solar Park to manage peak power demand and facilitate power trading.
Despite not being fully self-reliant in power generation, Mizoram has benefited from disciplined power management and timely payments, enabling surplus power trading. The state has earned over ₹172 crore in revenue from power trading, with a net profit of more than ₹87 crore and rebates exceeding ₹6.5 crore, resulting in an overall financial gain of nearly ₹94 crore.
The Chief Minister extended his best wishes for the successful implementation of the Tuirini project and appealed to local residents to extend full cooperation to the government’s development initiatives, reaffirming Mizoram’s commitment to sustainable and self-reliant energy growth.
