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India, Sri Lanka review power link projects in New Delhi
India and Sri Lanka reviewed the proposed HVDC power interconnection and the Sampur Solar Power Project at a meeting in New Delhi on Friday. Indian Power Minister Manohar Lal led the talks,…
The Story in Brief
India and Sri Lanka reviewed the proposed HVDC power interconnection and the Sampur Solar Power Project at a meeting in New Delhi on Friday. Indian Power Minister Manohar Lal led the talks, while Sri Lanka’s Energy Minister Anura Karunathilake headed the visiting delegation.
The two sides discussed cross-border electricity trade, renewable energy, and transmission infrastructure. India shared its PPP model for transmission development. The review follows Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s visit to Colombo and builds on bilateral agreements from President Dissanayaka’s December 2024 visit and PM Modi’s April 2025 visit.
The Indian Opinion
The official readout is heavy on goodwill but light on timelines and investment figures. Both sides have talked up the HVDC interconnection and Sampur solar plant for years, and the real test will be whether this review leads to a signed implementation schedule. Busy readers should watch for the next tender notice or a concrete tariff agreement. Without a clear deadline, this risks being another smiling handshake with no transmission line to show for it.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
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