InternationalWednesday, 6 May 2026·The Hindu
Bhutan and World Bank sign $515 million financing for 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydropower Project
Bhutan signed a $515 million financing agreement with the World Bank for the 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydropower Project, a PPP with Tata Power and Druk Green Power Corporation.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In May 2026, Bhutan and the World Bank signed a $515 million financing agreement for the 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydropower Project, Bhutan’s largest power project under a public-private partnership model.
Key specifics
- The financing amount is $515 million.
- The project capacity is 1,125 MW.
- It is Bhutan’s largest power project.
- The project is developed by Dorjilung Hydro Power Limited with 60% Druk Green Power Corporation and 40% Tata Power equity.
- About 80% of annual energy generation is expected to be exported to India.
Exam lens
International relations and energy question type, Bhutan, World Bank, 1,125 MW, $515 million, 80% export to India — TNPSC may ask the project capacity, equity split, and financing institution.