In a bid to make the project implementation hassle free, hydro power developers both in the public and private sectors are offering more than the rehabilitation package based on the National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, 2007. The benefits include insurance cover, micro health insurance scheme, hefty assistance especially in the wake of major mishap to the project affected families. The country s largest power generator NTPC, which is currently developing hydro projects of about 1,900 mw, for the first time has provided insurance cover to 164 households including cattlesheds for 5 years at its upcoming project Tapovan Vishnugad. Total value of ...

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