NEEPCO commissions first unit of the 60 MW Tuirial HEP

North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited has commissioned the first 30 MW unit of the 60 MW Tuirial hydroelectric plant (HEP) in Kolasib, Mizoram. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited is the principal contractor for the project and is involved in its design, manufacture, supply, installation and commissioning. The second unit is also in advanced stages of execution. The project is expected to generate about 250 MUs of electricity annually and is the first large hydro project in the state of Mizoram.