Bhakra Beas Board Seeks EoI for 4.3 GW Pumped Storage Projects in Himachal Pradesh
The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has announced a call for expressions of interest for two pumped storage projects totaling 4,300 MW in Himachal Pradesh, with a bid deadline set for January 27, 2026. The projects include a 2,800 MW facility at the Pong reservoir and a 1,500 MW facility at the Bhakra reservoir, requiring bidders to propose developers, configurations, and risk management strategies. The responses will guide BBMB's future tender processes as it seeks to leverage existing hydroelectric infrastructure.

Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has invited expressions of interest for 4,300 MW pumped storage projects in Himachal Pradesh, with a bid submission deadline of January 27, 2026. The projects include a 2,800 MW PSP in the Pong reservoir and a 1,500 MW PSP in the Bhakra reservoir.
Bidders must identify developers, suggest project configurations, and address risk allocations. Responses will inform BBMB's future tenders. BBMB also manages major hydroelectric projects, including Nangal, and plans to use existing reservoirs for new PSP constructions.




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