Union Cabinet approves Small Hydro Power Development Scheme with ₹2,584.60 crore outlay for FY 2026-27 to 2030-31.
Scheme targets addition of 1,500 MW small hydro capacity, focusing on hilly and North Eastern states.
India has harnessed 5,171 MW of its total 21,133.61 MW small hydro potential as of early 2026.
Expected to generate 51 lakh person-days employment and attract ₹15,000 crore investments.