InternationalWednesday, 6 May 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/06-may-2026-daily-current-affairs

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.

BhutanWorld BankHydropowerTata PowerPPP
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