Archive · 29 Jun 2025
Assam CM: Written Objections Enough to Stop Hydel Project
The Chief Minister of Assam said a proposed hydroelectric project will not happen if people write down that they don't want it.
He thinks it's better than protests, which he feels create leaders but not solutions.
The Kulsi project, planned since 1997, is designed to produce electricity and help with irrigation.
Both Assam and Meghalaya had planned to work together on the project, but people living nearby are worried about how it will affect the environment and their way of life.
The project is now classified as a National Project.
Assam CM stated Kulsi Hydel Project will halt if residents submit written opposition.
CM criticized the 'culture of protests' in Assam, preferring written objections.
The Kulsi project, a National Project since 1997, aims to generate 55 MW and irrigate land.
Assam and Meghalaya were to jointly develop the project, subject to local approval.
Local residents are protesting due to concerns about environmental and livelihood impacts.
- Who
- Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and local residents.
- What
- Kulsi Hydel Project to be potentially halted if residents object in writing.
- When
- June 29, when CM made the statement.
- Where
- Assam, at Dharapur.
- Why
- Due to public opposition over environmental and livelihood concerns.
Government's Perspective
Local Resident's Perspective
Project Impact
Government's Perspective
The project provides benefits for power generation and irrigation.
Local Resident's Perspective
Local residents express worries about environmental and livelihood impacts.
Objection Method
Government's Perspective
Prefers written objections over protests.
Local Resident's Perspective
Protests are being conducted and resistance is growing from communities.
- Project Name
- Kulsi Hydel Project
- CM's Stance
- Written objection sufficient to stall project
- Project Cost (est.)
- Rs 1,454.95 crore (as of 2018)
- Power Generation
- 55 MW
- Irrigation Area
- 26,000 hectares