India: Tripura Power Distribution Strengthening and Generation Efficiency Improvement Project
The project is well aligned with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Strategy 2030 operational priorities of (i) promoting rural development by improving access to electricity and creating economic opportunities in rural areas; (ii) tackling climate change, building climate and disaster resilience, and enhancing environmental sustainability by supporting efficient generation, reducing distribution losses and introducing climate and disaster resilient designs to withstand extreme weather conditions; (ii) accelerating progress in gender equality by promoting gender-sensitive workplace practices in TSECL and TPGL; and (iv) strengthening institutional capacity by providing support in improving planning capability and financial performance.
Project Details
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Project Officer
Kolantharaj, Jaimes
South Asia Department
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India -
Sector
- Energy
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| Project Name | Tripura Power Distribution Strengthening and Generation Efficiency Improvement Project | ||||
| Project Number | 51308-009 | ||||
| Country / Economy | India |
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| Project Status | Proposed | ||||
| Project Type / Modality of Assistance | Loan |
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| Strategic Agendas | Environmentally sustainable growth Inclusive economic growth |
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| Drivers of Change | Gender Equity and Mainstreaming Governance and capacity development |
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| Sector / Subsector | Energy / Electricity transmission and distribution - Energy efficiency and conservation |
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| Gender Equity and Mainstreaming | Effective gender mainstreaming | ||||
| Description | The project is well aligned with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Strategy 2030 operational priorities of (i) promoting rural development by improving access to electricity and creating economic opportunities in rural areas; (ii) tackling climate change, building climate and disaster resilience, and enhancing environmental sustainability by supporting efficient generation, reducing distribution losses and introducing climate and disaster resilient designs to withstand extreme weather conditions; (ii) accelerating progress in gender equality by promoting gender-sensitive workplace practices in TSECL and TPGL; and (iv) strengthening institutional capacity by providing support in improving planning capability and financial performance. | ||||
| Project Rationale and Linkage to Country/Regional Strategy | The proposed investment is also aligned with ADB's country partnership strategy for India, 2018 2022 for inclusive infrastructure in hinterlands and low-income states, and support for economic growth in the less-developed regions of the country. The project will support (i) India's Nationally Determined Contribution goals of emission reduction by replacing less efficient generation systems with efficient ones and lowering distribution losses; and (ii) United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that focus on addressing poverty; empowering women; tackling climate change; and building resilient, reliable, sustainable and inclusive infrastructure. | ||||
| Impact | Power quality, efficiency, and financial sustainability of electricity sector in Tripura improved (24X7 Power for All Tripura | ||||
| Outcome | Efficiency, reliability, and quality of power supply to consumers in Tripura improved. | ||||
| Outputs | Power generation system upgraded and expanded Distribution network strengthened and modernized Smart meters and AMI established Capacity of TSECL and TPGL for renewable energy and distribution sector projects planning and implementation, financial management, and gender mainstreaming improved |
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| Geographical Location | Tripura | ||||
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| Environment | A |
| Involuntary Resettlement | B |
| Indigenous Peoples | B |
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| Consulting Services | Three consultancy firms are expected to be engages. The firms will support (i) Implementation and monitoring of the project; (ii) preparing distribution sector roadmap for TSECL; and (iii) preparing a financial roadmap for TSECL and TPGL |
| Procurement | Estimated about 7 procurement packages. This includes six packages for distribution components and one for generation. |
| Responsible ADB Officer | Kolantharaj, Jaimes |
| Responsible ADB Department | South Asia Department |
| Responsible ADB Division | Energy Division, SARD |
| Executing Agencies |
Tripura Power Generation Limited Bidyut Bhavan (Old Building), North Banamalipur, Agartala, Tripura (West). Pin 799001 Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited Bidyut Bhawan, B.K. Road, Agartala, Tripura (W), Pin-799001 |
| Timetable | |
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| Concept Clearance | 14 May 2021 |
| Fact Finding | 14 Feb 2022 to 03 Mar 2022 |
| MRM | 30 Jun 2022 |
| Approval | - |
| Last Review Mission | - |
| Last PDS Update | 14 May 2021 |
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| Title | Document Type | Document Date |
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| Tripura Power Distribution Strengthening and Generation Efficiency Improvement Project: Initial Poverty and Social Analysis | Initial Poverty and Social Analysis | May 2021 |
Safeguard Documents See also: Safeguards
Safeguard documents provided at the time of project/facility approval may also be found in the list of linked documents provided with the Report and Recommendation of the President.
| Title | Document Type | Document Date |
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| Tripura Power Distribution Strengthening and Generation Efficiency Improvement Project: Rokhia 120 MW Combined-Cycle Gas Power Plant Draft Environmental Impact Assessment | Environmental Impact Assessments | Mar 2022 |
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