Sirkari Bhyol Rupasiya Bagad Hydroelectric Project Approved by FAC
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Sirkari Bhyol Rupasiya Bagad Hydroelectric Project |
| Location | Gori Ganga River, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand |
| Approval Status | In-principle approval granted by Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) under MoEFCC |
| Capacity | 120 MW |
| Forest Land Diversion | 29.997 hectares approved |
| Infrastructure | Includes 1 km tunnel, mostly underground construction to minimize environmental impact |
| Displacement | No displacement of local populations |
| Ecological Status | Not in a national park, wildlife sanctuary, or eco-sensitive zone |
| Energy Output | Expected to generate 529 million units annually |
| Employment | Temporary jobs during construction, permanent jobs post-completion |
| Local Development | Improvement in roads and public facilities, potential to reduce migration |
| FAC Role | Statutory body under Forest (Conservation) Act 1980; evaluates forest land diversion requests |
| Gori Ganga River | Originates from Milam Glacier, flows 104 km, merges with Kali River at Jauljibi |
| Tributaries | Gonga stream, Ralam Gad, Pyunsani Gadera, Kalabaland-Burfu Kalganga glacier system |
| Tourism Significance | Trekking routes to Nanda Devi East, Panchachuli, Nanda Kot; ecological and adventure tourism value |