Hydel Project at Joshimath: NDMA Approves NTPC's Tapovan-Vishnugad Project Resumption
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | NTPC allowed to resume construction at Tapovan-Vishnugad hydroelectric project. |
| Date of Halting Work | 5th January 2023 |
| Reason for Halting | Worsening land subsidence in Joshimath. |
| NDMA's Role | No objection to resuming work; multi-institutional expert group formed. |
| Expert Organizations Involved | Central Building Research Institute, National Geophysical Research Institute, Geological Survey of India, Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology, IIT-Roorkee. |
| Cause of Land Subsidence | Natural water flow from Auli to Joshimath interrupted by unregulated construction. |
| NTPC Overview | Central PSU under Ministry of Power; established in 1975; Maharatna since 2010. |
| NDMA Overview | Apex statutory body for disaster management; formally constituted on 27th September 2006. |
| NDMA Leadership | Prime Minister as chairperson; nine members including a Vice-Chairperson. |
| Primary Responsibility | State Government for disaster management; NDMA provides enabling environment. |