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Adani Group Breaks Ground on 570 MW Wangchhu Hydro Project in Bhutan

The Adani Group has officially commenced work on the 570 MW Wangchhu Hydro Electricity Project in Bhutan, with the foundation stone laid by Bhutan's Prime Minister and Gautam Adani. This project is the first to be developed under a landmark May 2025 MoU for jointly building 5,000 MW of hydropower in the country. The venture, requiring an investment of about Rs 60 billion, is structured with a 51% majority stake for Bhutan's Druk Green Power Corporation and 49% for Adani. The project underscores a strategic energy partnership focused on sustainable development and is expected to be completed within five years.

Key Points: Adani Group Starts 570 MW Bhutan Hydro Power Project

  • 570 MW renewable energy project
  • Part of 5,000 MW hydropower MoU
  • 51% stake held by Bhutan's DGPC
  • Rs 60 billion investment
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Adani Group officially commences 570 MW Wangchhu hydro power project in Bhutan

Adani Group & Bhutan's DGPC launch the 570 MW Wangchhu hydro project, a key part of a larger 5,000 MW partnership for sustainable energy.

"We will continue to strengthen this partnership rooted in sustainability, trust and long-term value. - Gautam Adani"

Thimphu, January 4

Adani Group has commenced the 570 MW Wangchhu Hydro Electricity Project in Bhutan, which was initially announced in early September 2025. The foundation stone for the hydro power project was launched in the presence of Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay and Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani.

Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) of Bhutan will hold a majority 51 per cent stake, and Adani Group will have 49 per cent.

In May 2025, the Adani Group and the Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) of Bhutan signed separate landmark Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to develop 5,000 MW of hydropower projects in Bhutan jointly.

"In a significant step for our energy partnership, we advanced key milestones by signing an MoU for 5,000 MW of hydropower and officially commencing the 570 MW Wangchhu Hydro Electricity Project. I am sincerely grateful for the presence of Hon'ble Prime Minister Dasho @tsheringtobgay at the ceremony to mark this occasion," Gautam Adani posted on X, sharing photographs from his Bhutan visit.

Gautam added, "We will continue to strengthen this partnership rooted in sustainability, trust and long-term value."

The Wangchhu project will require an investment of about Rs 60 billion to set up the renewable energy power plant and related infrastructure. The project is expected to be completed within five years of groundbreaking. The Wangchhu is the first hydroelectric project to be taken up under an MoU that was signed in May 2025 between the Adani Group and DGPC for jointly developing 5,000 MW of hydropower in Bhutan. Gautam Adani is a founding member of the Gelephu Mindfulness City.

"Indeed, a visionary initiative of His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck that reflects Bhutan's enduring commitment to mindful and sustainable development," Gautam Adani posted on X.

- ANI

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Priya S
Great to see Indian corporate giants investing in sustainable projects with our neighbors. Hope the local communities in Bhutan benefit from the jobs and infrastructure too. Trust and long-term value are key, as Adani said.
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Rohit P
Rs 60 billion for 570 MW... that's a massive investment. While the partnership is good, I hope the financial details are transparent and the project doesn't face the delays and cost overruns that often plague such large infrastructure works.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the focus on "mindfulness" and sustainability. Bhutan is known for its environmental consciousness. If this project can truly balance large-scale energy production with ecological care, it could be a model for the Himalayas.
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Vikram M
Bhutan holding 51% is a smart move. It ensures they retain control over their natural resources. This is how partnerships should be - respectful and equitable. Jai Hind!
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Karthik V
More hydropower is good, but let's not forget the environmental impact on river ecosystems. Hope the "Gelephu Mindfulness City" founding member ensures this project uses the latest tech to minimize damage. Completion in 5 years is an ambitious timeline.

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